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Veterans' Spending Transparency: COVID-19 Fund Oversight

This law increases oversight of how the Department of Veterans Affairs spends funds received for pandemic response. This means citizens can be assured that funds intended to support veterans are used responsibly and transparently, minimizing the risk of waste.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs must submit a detailed plan for spending COVID-19 pandemic funds.
Bi-weekly reports will detail how funds are being spent and if they align with the plan.
Independent audits and reviews will check for any waste, fraud, or abuse in expenditures.
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VOTING RESULTS
2021-05-17
99%
For 411
Against 4
Abstain 0
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Became Law
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2911
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2021-04-30
Voting date: 2021-05-17
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 144
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Transparency & Trust Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2911.

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 2021-04-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs must submit a detailed plan for spending COVID-19 pandemic funds.
  • Bi-weekly reports will detail how funds are being spent and if they align with the plan.
  • Independent audits and reviews will check for any waste, fraud, or abuse in expenditures.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

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: Became Public Law No: 117-63.

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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