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Veterans Domiciliary Care Reimbursement: Waiving Payment Limits for State Homes.

This bill mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to quickly implement rules allowing the waiver of payment limitations for domiciliary care provided to veterans in State homes. Crucially, the VA must ensure that these payments are made retroactively, covering care provided since January 2021. This action secures funding for State care facilities and guarantees veterans continued access to necessary long-term residential support.
Key points
The VA must publish new rules to waive limits on payments for long-term residential care provided to veterans in State homes.
The VA is required to finalize these payment rules within 260 days of the law's enactment.
Payments to State homes for veterans' care will be retroactive, covering services provided starting January 5, 2021.
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Print number: 118_S_1612
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2023-05-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reimburse Veterans for Domiciliary Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1612.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The VA must publish new rules to waive limits on payments for long-term residential care provided to veterans in State homes.
  • The VA is required to finalize these payment rules within 260 days of the law's enactment.
  • Payments to State homes for veterans' care will be retroactive, covering services provided starting January 5, 2021.
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 Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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