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Guaranteed VA Healthcare: Mandatory Services and Permanent Enrollment for Veterans.

This bill aims to strengthen and stabilize veterans' access to VA healthcare services. The changes mandate that the VA must provide hospital care and medical services to certain eligible veterans, removing previous limitations based on resource availability. Furthermore, once a veteran is enrolled in the VA system, their continued enrollment and access to care are guaranteed.
Key points
Mandatory Care: The VA must furnish hospital care and medical services to eligible veterans, rather than doing so only if resources are available.
Permanent Enrollment: Veterans who enroll in the VA healthcare system are guaranteed the right to remain enrolled permanently.
Simplified Access: Internal priority subcategories for certain groups of eligible veterans are eliminated, streamlining their enrollment process.
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Print number: 118_S_1951
Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT]
Process start date: 2023-06-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Department of Veterans Affairs Income Eligibility Standardization Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1951.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory Care: The VA must furnish hospital care and medical services to eligible veterans, rather than doing so only if resources are available.
  • Permanent Enrollment: Veterans who enroll in the VA healthcare system are guaranteed the right to remain enrolled permanently.
  • Simplified Access: Internal priority subcategories for certain groups of eligible veterans are eliminated, streamlining their enrollment process.
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. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT].

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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