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Improving Veteran Supply Chains: Crisis Preparedness

This act aims to strengthen the Department of Veterans Affairs' supply chain to ensure access to critical items during pandemics, disasters, or other emergencies. This will provide veterans with more reliable access to necessary medical and other resources, regardless of the crisis's scale.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs must identify and report critical items needed during crises, such as pandemics, and their required quantities.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will partner with the Defense Logistics Agency to reserve critical item supplies with manufacturers, rather than solely relying on physical inventory.
The act prohibits exclusive reliance on regional inventories, preventing shortages during large, unexpected demands.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2082
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2021-03-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Supply Chain Resiliency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2082.

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 2021-03-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs must identify and report critical items needed during crises, such as pandemics, and their required quantities.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will partner with the Defense Logistics Agency to reserve critical item supplies with manufacturers, rather than solely relying on physical inventory.
  • The act prohibits exclusive reliance on regional inventories, preventing shortages during large, unexpected demands.
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. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 22 - 6.

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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