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Protecting Veterans' Access to Emergency Transportation

This bill aims to ensure veterans maintain easy access to specialized medical transportation like ambulances. It limits the ability to lower payment rates for these services, unless the change increases rates or is done after a thorough review of its impact on veterans and service providers. This provides veterans with greater peace of mind regarding access to essential transportation for medical appointments.
Key points
Payment rates for veterans' medical transportation cannot be lowered unless the change increases them.
Any rate change must be preceded by an analysis of its impact on veterans and service providers to avoid reducing access to care.
New rates must reflect the actual cost of transportation, and the process for setting them will involve consultation with experts and veteran organizations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5530
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2023-09-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Emergency Transportation Access Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5530.

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 2023-09-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Payment rates for veterans' medical transportation cannot be lowered unless the change increases them.
  • Any rate change must be preceded by an analysis of its impact on veterans and service providers to avoid reducing access to care.
  • New rates must reflect the actual cost of transportation, and the process for setting them will involve consultation with experts and veteran organizations.
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. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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