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Surveying Veterans' Healthcare Experiences with VA Facilities

This act mandates annual surveys of veterans regarding their experiences with Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facilities. The goal is to gather information on care quality, appointment scheduling, and comparisons with non-VA care to improve services. Survey results will be publicly available, increasing transparency and allowing veterans to better evaluate facilities.
Key points
Veterans will have the opportunity to provide feedback on medical care at VA facilities, potentially leading to improved service quality.
Surveys will collect data on appointment wait times, treatment quality, and cost/quality differences between VA and non-VA care.
Survey results will be publicly available online, enabling veterans and their families to make informed healthcare choices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4486
Sponsor: Rep. Rice, Tom [R-SC-7]
Process start date: 2021-07-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SOS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4486.

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 2021-07-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans will have the opportunity to provide feedback on medical care at VA facilities, potentially leading to improved service quality.
  • Surveys will collect data on appointment wait times, treatment quality, and cost/quality differences between VA and non-VA care.
  • Survey results will be publicly available online, enabling veterans and their families to make informed healthcare choices.
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. Rice, Tom [R-SC-7].

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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