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Unvaccinated volunteers can now drive veterans to medical facilities.

This new act allows individuals who have not received a COVID-19 vaccination to volunteer to transport veterans to medical facilities. This means more people can assist veterans in getting to their appointments, potentially improving access to healthcare. The change removes previous vaccination requirements for volunteer drivers.
Key points
Individuals not vaccinated against COVID-19 are now permitted to transport veterans to medical facilities.
The act revises existing rules regarding vaccination requirements for volunteer veteran drivers.
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Print number: 118_HR_7657
Sponsor: Rep. Finstad, Brad [R-MN-1]
Process start date: 2024-03-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Healthcare Freedom for VHA Volunteer Drivers Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7657.

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 2024-03-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals not vaccinated against COVID-19 are now permitted to transport veterans to medical facilities.
  • The act revises existing rules regarding vaccination requirements for volunteer veteran drivers.
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. Finstad, Brad [R-MN-1].

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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