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Improving Quality Review for Veterans Benefits Claims

This bill aims to improve how the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) checks the quality of its work. It requires the VBA to develop improvement plans and identify recurring errors to make the processing of benefits claims, including disability compensation, faster and more accurate.
Key points
Requires the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) to create a plan for better oversight of benefits claims processing quality.
Mandates the VBA to identify and fix recurring errors in the benefits award process, especially for disability compensation.
Directs a study to assess if using an outside entity for quality review could improve the accuracy and timeliness of claims processing.
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Print number: 117_HR_7436
Sponsor: Rep. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27]
Process start date: 2022-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the quality assurance program of the Veterans Benefits Administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7436.

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 2022-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) to create a plan for better oversight of benefits claims processing quality.
  • Mandates the VBA to identify and fix recurring errors in the benefits award process, especially for disability compensation.
  • Directs a study to assess if using an outside entity for quality review could improve the accuracy and timeliness of claims processing.
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. Cloud, Michael [R-TX-27].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

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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