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Improving Veterans' Healthcare: New Employment and Compensation Rules

This act aims to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare for veterans, especially in rural areas. It introduces changes in how medical and administrative staff are hired and compensated within the Department of Veterans Affairs to attract and retain qualified employees. Citizens can expect better access to doctors and specialists, particularly in remote regions.
Key points
Better access to doctors: The Department of Veterans Affairs will actively recruit medical staff in rural areas, offering to buy out existing employment contracts in exchange for employment at veterans' facilities.
Greater flexibility for employees: Pay caps and bonuses for certain employees will be increased, and recruitment and retention programs, including student loan repayment, will be facilitated.
Telemedicine and medication: The act allows for prescribing medications, including controlled substances, via telemedicine, making it easier for veterans to access necessary treatments without travel.
Support for staff: New qualifications and recruitment plans for human resources staff have been introduced to streamline hiring and personnel management processes.
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Print number: 117_HR_8017
Sponsor: Rep. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1]
Process start date: 2022-06-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Workforce Investment and Expansion Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8017.

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 2022-06-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Better access to doctors: The Department of Veterans Affairs will actively recruit medical staff in rural areas, offering to buy out existing employment contracts in exchange for employment at veterans' facilities.
  • Greater flexibility for employees: Pay caps and bonuses for certain employees will be increased, and recruitment and retention programs, including student loan repayment, will be facilitated.
  • Telemedicine and medication: The act allows for prescribing medications, including controlled substances, via telemedicine, making it easier for veterans to access necessary treatments without travel.
  • Support for staff: New qualifications and recruitment plans for human resources staff have been introduced to streamline hiring and personnel management processes.
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. Pappas, Chris [D-NH-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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