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Enhanced Oversight of Veterans' Healthcare Budget

This act aims to increase transparency and accountability in spending on veterans' healthcare. An independent body will review how the Department of Veterans Affairs plans its medical care expenditures, potentially leading to better management and accessibility of healthcare services for those who served the country.
Key points
Independent Budget Review: The Comptroller General of the United States will review budget requests for veterans' medical care for fiscal years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Increased Transparency: The results of these reviews will be reported to Congress, enhancing oversight of veterans' healthcare spending.
Improved Resource Management: The goal is to ensure that funds allocated for veterans' healthcare are spent effectively, potentially improving service quality and accessibility.
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Print number: 117_HR_910
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2021-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Healthcare Improvement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_910.

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 2021-02-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Independent Budget Review: The Comptroller General of the United States will review budget requests for veterans' medical care for fiscal years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
  • Increased Transparency: The results of these reviews will be reported to Congress, enhancing oversight of veterans' healthcare spending.
  • Improved Resource Management: The goal is to ensure that funds allocated for veterans' healthcare are spent effectively, potentially improving service quality and accessibility.
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. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

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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