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No more travel co-payments for veterans

This bill eliminates the co-payment requirement for veterans receiving travel payments or allowances from the Department of Veterans Affairs. This means veterans will no longer have to pay extra for transportation related to their benefits, making it easier for them to access necessary care and support.
Key points
Veterans will no longer pay co-payments for travel related to their benefits.
This change applies to individuals receiving payments or allowances from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Print number: 117_S_4565
Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR]
Process start date: 2022-07-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to repeal the copayment requirement for recipients of Department of Veterans Affairs payments or allowances for beneficiary travel, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4565.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans will no longer pay co-payments for travel related to their benefits.
  • This change applies to individuals receiving payments or allowances from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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. Boozman, John [R-AR].

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