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New Veteran Health Savings Accounts for Private Primary Care

This act establishes a five-year pilot program allowing veterans to use health savings accounts. These accounts will enable them to pay for primary care services from private healthcare providers, outside the Department of Veterans Affairs system. The goal is to offer veterans more choices in accessing primary care.
Key points
Veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs system can opt for a new health savings account.
The account can be used to pay for private primary care services and related costs, including medications.
Veterans using the account cannot simultaneously receive the same services from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The program is set to run for five years, aiming to increase veterans' access to healthcare.
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Print number: 117_HR_1520
Sponsor: Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]
Process start date: 2021-03-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Access to Direct Primary Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1520.

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 2021-03-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans enrolled in the Department of Veterans Affairs system can opt for a new health savings account.
  • The account can be used to pay for private primary care services and related costs, including medications.
  • Veterans using the account cannot simultaneously receive the same services from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • The program is set to run for five years, aiming to increase veterans' access to healthcare.
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. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21].

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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