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Veterans Support: Easier Property Donations for VA Facilities

This act makes it easier for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to accept donated facilities and improvements by introducing mechanisms to account for inflation. This allows organizations and individuals to more easily support veterans by providing needed facilities, and enables the VA to manage funds for these purposes more flexibly. This potentially means more and better facilities for veterans, such as clinics or support centers.
Key points
The VA can now use unspent budget funds to support community-donated projects, accelerating the construction and renovation of veteran facilities.
Inflation clauses have been introduced into donation agreements, protecting projects from cost increases and ensuring their completion.
Existing agreements can now be amended to include new funding rules and inflation clauses, increasing flexibility and security for ongoing projects.
Financial assistance under this program is not treated as federal financial assistance, which may simplify procedures for donors.
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Print number: 117_S_5059
Sponsor: Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK]
Process start date: 2022-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CHIP-IN Improvement Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5059.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The VA can now use unspent budget funds to support community-donated projects, accelerating the construction and renovation of veteran facilities.
  • Inflation clauses have been introduced into donation agreements, protecting projects from cost increases and ensuring their completion.
  • Existing agreements can now be amended to include new funding rules and inflation clauses, increasing flexibility and security for ongoing projects.
  • Financial assistance under this program is not treated as federal financial assistance, which may simplify procedures for donors.
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. Lankford, James [R-OK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6051-6052; text: CR S6051-6052)

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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