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VA Healthcare Staffing: Pilot Program to Fill Vacant Shifts with External Providers.

This Act establishes a three-year pilot program allowing Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facilities to hire external healthcare providers to cover vacant shifts. The goal is to ensure continuous care and reduce wait times, particularly in rural facilities or those facing severe staffing shortages. Veteran privacy is protected by strictly limiting external providers' access only to the medical records of the patients they are currently treating.
Key points
Veterans may receive faster medical assistance as VA facilities gain the ability to hire external healthcare staff when facing significant shortages.
The three-year pilot program targets facilities in rural areas or those with historically high rates of unfilled shifts.
Strict privacy rules are implemented: external providers only access the medical records of the specific veterans they are treating.
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Print number: 118_HR_9426
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2024-08-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Safeguarding VA’s Healthcare Workforce Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9426.

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 2024-08-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans may receive faster medical assistance as VA facilities gain the ability to hire external healthcare staff when facing significant shortages.
  • The three-year pilot program targets facilities in rural areas or those with historically high rates of unfilled shifts.
  • Strict privacy rules are implemented: external providers only access the medical records of the specific veterans they are treating.
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: 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 2025-12-26.

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