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Veterans' Emergency Medical Transport Reimbursement to Federal Facilities

This act aims to reimburse veterans for the cost of emergency ambulance or air ambulance transportation to federal facilities. This means veterans will not have to worry about the cost of getting to a hospital in an emergency, making it easier for them to access necessary medical care.
Key points
Veterans will be reimbursed for emergency medical transportation to federal facilities.
The definition of emergency services now includes emergency transportation, ensuring broader cost coverage.
These changes will improve veterans' access to emergency medical care and reduce their financial burden.
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Print number: 117_HR_3400
Sponsor: Rep. Hartzler, Vicky [R-MO-4]
Process start date: 2021-05-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Emergency Transportation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3400.

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 2021-05-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans will be reimbursed for emergency medical transportation to federal facilities.
  • The definition of emergency services now includes emergency transportation, ensuring broader cost coverage.
  • These changes will improve veterans' access to emergency medical care and reduce their financial burden.
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. Hartzler, Vicky [R-MO-4].

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 2025-12-28.

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