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Expanded Healthcare Access for Reserve Components through VA

This act aims to provide healthcare access, including mental health services, to members of the Armed Forces reserve components who are not covered by TRICARE Prime. This means thousands of reservists who previously lacked full healthcare access will now be able to receive support from the Department of Veterans Affairs. The changes are designed to improve the quality of life and health security for these individuals.
Key points
Members of the Armed Forces reserve components not covered by TRICARE Prime will gain access to hospital and medical care, including mental health services, provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will gradually enroll all reservists into the patient enrollment system, starting with uninsured members by the end of 2023 and others by the end of 2024.
New reserve members will be automatically enrolled in the patient enrollment system upon joining the reserve components.
A study will be conducted to evaluate options for improving healthcare access for reservists, with a report submitted to Congress within 180 days of the act's enactment.
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Print number: 118_HR_7975
Sponsor: Rep. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2]
Process start date: 2024-04-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reserve Component Healthcare Access and Expansion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7975.

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 2024-04-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Members of the Armed Forces reserve components not covered by TRICARE Prime will gain access to hospital and medical care, including mental health services, provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will gradually enroll all reservists into the patient enrollment system, starting with uninsured members by the end of 2023 and others by the end of 2024.
  • New reserve members will be automatically enrolled in the patient enrollment system upon joining the reserve components.
  • A study will be conducted to evaluate options for improving healthcare access for reservists, with a report submitted to Congress within 180 days of the act's enactment.
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. Neguse, Joe [D-CO-2].

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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