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Increased Transparency for VA Electronic Health Record Costs and Outcomes

This act mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs to regularly report on the costs, performance metrics, and outcomes of its electronic health record modernization program. This ensures taxpayer money is spent effectively and the system functions properly, directly impacting the quality of healthcare for veterans.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs must submit quarterly reports to Congress detailing all expenses related to the electronic health record program.
Reports will include data on system quality, safety, and performance, as well as a list of reported patient safety incidents.
The goal is to increase oversight of the program to ensure better healthcare for veterans and efficient use of public funds.
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Print number: 117_S_3341
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2021-12-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Electronic Health Record Transparency Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3341.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs must submit quarterly reports to Congress detailing all expenses related to the electronic health record program.
  • Reports will include data on system quality, safety, and performance, as well as a list of reported patient safety incidents.
  • The goal is to increase oversight of the program to ensure better healthcare for veterans and efficient use of public funds.
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. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

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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