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Increased Congressional oversight for major VA medical facility leases.

New rules require Congressional approval for large medical facility leases for veterans. This means spending on veterans' healthcare will be under greater scrutiny, potentially affecting how new medical facilities are planned and implemented.
Key points
Requires approval from both chambers of Congress (Senate and House of Representatives) for major medical facility leases by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Applies to leases entered into after the law's enactment, increasing oversight of public funds allocated for veterans' healthcare.
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Print number: 117_HR_913
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2021-02-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Build a Better VA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_913.

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:

  • Requires approval from both chambers of Congress (Senate and House of Representatives) for major medical facility leases by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • Applies to leases entered into after the law's enactment, increasing oversight of public funds allocated for veterans' healthcare.
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 Oversight and Investigations.

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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