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Improved Veteran Healthcare: Wider Access and Extended Hours

This act expands options for veterans with significant disabilities to receive medical care outside Department of Veterans Affairs facilities. Additionally, VA pharmacies and medical centers will operate longer, including weekends and holidays, making it easier to access medications and services. Independent quality reviews are also planned.
Key points
Veterans with a 50% or higher service-connected disability can choose care from non-Department providers.
VA pharmacies will be open on weekends, holidays, and until 8:00 p.m. on weekdays.
VA medical facilities will contract with doctors and nurses for night and weekend shifts.
Independent best-practices peer reviews of VA medical centers may be conducted, prioritizing those with long wait times or poor health outcomes.
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Additional Information
Care Veterans Deserve Act of 2021
Print number: HR 112
Sponsor: Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-8]
Process start date: 2021-01-04
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Improved Veteran Healthcare: Wider Access and Extended Hours

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 112.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with a 50% or higher service-connected disability can choose care from non-Department providers.
  • VA pharmacies will be open on weekends, holidays, and until 8:00 p.m. on weekdays.
  • VA medical facilities will contract with doctors and nurses for night and weekend shifts.
  • Independent best-practices peer reviews of VA medical centers may be conducted, prioritizing those with long wait times or poor health outcomes.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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