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Easier Healthcare Access for Low-Income Veterans

This act aims to simplify healthcare access for low-income veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs. It modifies income determination methods to allow more veterans to qualify for the program and guarantees continuous access to benefits once enrolled.
Key points
More low-income veterans will be able to enroll in the Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare system due to new income calculation rules.
Low-income eligibility rules will be standardized across each state, potentially increasing the number of eligible veterans.
Veterans already enrolled in the system will be guaranteed continuous access to healthcare benefits, unless they choose to opt out.
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Print number: 117_S_3020
Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]
Process start date: 2021-10-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans State Eligibility Standardization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3020.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More low-income veterans will be able to enroll in the Department of Veterans Affairs healthcare system due to new income calculation rules.
  • Low-income eligibility rules will be standardized across each state, potentially increasing the number of eligible veterans.
  • Veterans already enrolled in the system will be guaranteed continuous access to healthcare benefits, unless they choose to opt out.
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 Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Benefits Health