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Veterans Benefits Improvement: Enhanced Access and Support

This act aims to simplify veterans' access to benefits information and medical examinations, while also enhancing legal support. It introduces changes to streamline the application process and ensure better communication with those assisting veterans.
Key points
Increased Transparency: The Department of Veterans Affairs must publish more benefit-related forms, making it easier for veterans to prepare for examinations.
Improved Communication: Information about medical examination appointments will also be shared with individuals authorized by veterans, preventing missed important messages.
Legal Support: An internship program for law students and a benefits program for attorneys working for the Department will be established, aiming to improve the quality of legal services for veterans.
Travel Facilitation: The Department will explore options for reimbursing veterans' travel expenses for medical examinations, regardless of location.
More Judges: The number of judges in the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims will be increased, potentially speeding up case processing.
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VOTING RESULTS
2023-09-20
100%
For 423
Against 0
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_1530
Sponsor: Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8]
Process start date: 2023-03-10
Voting date: 2023-09-20
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 401
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Benefits Improvement Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1530.

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 2023-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Transparency: The Department of Veterans Affairs must publish more benefit-related forms, making it easier for veterans to prepare for examinations.
  • Improved Communication: Information about medical examination appointments will also be shared with individuals authorized by veterans, preventing missed important messages.
  • Legal Support: An internship program for law students and a benefits program for attorneys working for the Department will be established, aiming to improve the quality of legal services for veterans.
  • Travel Facilitation: The Department will explore options for reimbursing veterans' travel expenses for medical examinations, regardless of location.
  • More Judges: The number of judges in the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims will be increased, potentially speeding up case processing.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 401). (text: 9/18/2023 CR H4358-4359)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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