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Veterans' Long-Term Care: Medical Foster Home Choice

This act allows veterans unable to live independently to receive long-term care in approved medical foster homes outside of Department of Veterans Affairs facilities. The government will cover these costs for a limited number of veterans over a five-year period, offering them more choice and a family-like setting. Additionally, the act adjusts the end date for certain veteran housing loan fees.
Key points
Veterans requiring long-term care can be placed in approved medical foster homes, with the government covering the costs.
The program is limited to a daily average of 900 veterans and will run for five years from the act's enactment.
Veterans receiving this care must agree to accept home health services from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will monitor the program to ensure it functions as intended and meets veterans' needs.
The end date for collecting certain veteran housing loan fees has been extended from January 14, 2031, to February 15, 2031.
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Print number: 117_HR_7158
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Process start date: 2022-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Long-Term Care Veterans Choice Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7158.

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 2022-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans requiring long-term care can be placed in approved medical foster homes, with the government covering the costs.
  • The program is limited to a daily average of 900 veterans and will run for five years from the act's enactment.
  • Veterans receiving this care must agree to accept home health services from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will monitor the program to ensure it functions as intended and meets veterans' needs.
  • The end date for collecting certain veteran housing loan fees has been extended from January 14, 2031, to February 15, 2031.
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. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to section 5 of H. Res. 1499, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 4601, as amended; H.R. 4772, as amended; H.R. 4899; H.R. 5943, as amended; H.R. 7158, as amended; H.R. 8203; H.R. 9308; and S. 3825; and the following resolutions were agreed to under suspension of the rules: H. Res. 744, as amended; and H. Res. 922, as amended. (consideration: CR H8696-8700; text: CR H8697-8698)

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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