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Expanded Healthcare Choice for Veterans with Service-Connected Disabilities

This bill aims to allow veterans with service-connected disabilities to enroll in the TRICARE Select healthcare program. This means these veterans will have an additional healthcare insurance option, potentially affecting their access to doctors and medical facilities. It's important to note that enrolling in TRICARE Select precludes concurrent use of VA healthcare.
Key points
Veterans with service-connected disabilities can enroll in TRICARE Select.
Enrolling in TRICARE Select means not being able to use Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare at the same time.
Cost-sharing for these veterans in TRICARE Select will be calculated in a specific way, regardless of their original enlistment date.
Dependents of these veterans cannot enroll in TRICARE solely because the veteran is enrolled.
The changes will take effect one year after the bill becomes law, with a phased implementation.
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Print number: 118_HR_214
Sponsor: Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans’ True Choice Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_214.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with service-connected disabilities can enroll in TRICARE Select.
  • Enrolling in TRICARE Select means not being able to use Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare at the same time.
  • Cost-sharing for these veterans in TRICARE Select will be calculated in a specific way, regardless of their original enlistment date.
  • Dependents of these veterans cannot enroll in TRICARE solely because the veteran is enrolled.
  • The changes will take effect one year after the bill becomes law, with a phased implementation.
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 Rep. Steube, W. Gregory [R-FL-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

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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