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Increased Transparency and Savings in VA Procurement

This act aims to improve how the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) conducts its procurements. It mandates recording cost savings from competitive bidding and standardizes procurement templates. This will lead to more efficient use of taxpayer money and greater transparency in purchasing processes.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs must track and report how much money is saved through competitive bidding.
Standardized templates will be used for all procurements, streamlining and unifying processes.
The goal is to increase efficiency in public spending and ensure greater transparency in VA operations.
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Print number: 117_HR_181
Sponsor: Rep. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1]
Process start date: 2021-01-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Procurement Efficiency and Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_181.

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:

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs must track and report how much money is saved through competitive bidding.
  • Standardized templates will be used for all procurements, streamlining and unifying processes.
  • The goal is to increase efficiency in public spending and ensure greater transparency in VA operations.
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. Wittman, Robert J. [R-VA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.

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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