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Independent Assessment of Veterans' Healthcare Every 10 Years

New law mandates independent companies to assess the veterans' healthcare system every 10 years. This aims to improve service quality, management, and efficiency, directly impacting veterans' access to and quality of care, as well as how public funds are spent.
Key points
Mandatory, independent assessments of the veterans' healthcare system every decade.
Assessments will cover patient demographics, needs forecasting, staff management, technology, and finances.
Assessment results will be publicly available, and the government must outline plans to implement recommendations.
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Print number: 117_HR_4626
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2021-07-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Assessment by Independent Measures Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4626.

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 2021-07-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory, independent assessments of the veterans' healthcare system every decade.
  • Assessments will cover patient demographics, needs forecasting, staff management, technology, and finances.
  • Assessment results will be publicly available, and the government must outline plans to implement recommendations.
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. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6281-6282)

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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