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Improved Pay and Qualifications for VA Therapeutic Medical Physicists

This act aims to enhance employment conditions for therapeutic medical physicists working for the Department of Veterans Affairs. Changes include standardizing qualification requirements, appointment processes, and pay, which could lead to better medical care for veterans. Citizens can expect the Department to attract and retain highly qualified specialists.
Key points
Standardized Qualifications: Medical physicists will need specialized training and board certification, ensuring high standards of care.
Pay Cap Relief: The act seeks to increase pay limits, potentially making positions within the Department of Veterans Affairs more attractive to these specialists.
Improved Veteran Care: With these changes, veterans can expect access to more experienced and better-compensated medical physicists, enhancing the quality of their treatment.
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Print number: 118_HR_6800
Sponsor: Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila [D-FL-20]
Process start date: 2023-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Department of Veterans Affairs Therapeutic Medical Physicist Pay Cap Relief Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6800.

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 2023-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Standardized Qualifications: Medical physicists will need specialized training and board certification, ensuring high standards of care.
  • Pay Cap Relief: The act seeks to increase pay limits, potentially making positions within the Department of Veterans Affairs more attractive to these specialists.
  • Improved Veteran Care: With these changes, veterans can expect access to more experienced and better-compensated medical physicists, enhancing the quality of their treatment.
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. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila [D-FL-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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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