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Stronger Accountability and Better Healthcare Oversight for Veterans Affairs.

This law aims to significantly improve services at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), particularly healthcare. It establishes new accountability standards for VA staff, strengthens whistleblower protections, and creates new oversight offices to ensure veterans receive safer and more consistent care. Veterans can expect higher quality medical services and faster resolution of issues within VA facilities.
Key points
Strengthening whistleblower protections within the VA so employees can safely report misconduct and waste.
Establishing the Office of the Medical Inspector to proactively review the quality, safety, and access to veteran healthcare.
Mandating regular, in-person oversight visits by leadership to VA medical facilities to improve engagement and accountability.
Creating a mobile temporary staffing program to quickly fill medical personnel shortages in VA facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
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Print number: 118_S_2679
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

LEAD Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2679.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Strengthening whistleblower protections within the VA so employees can safely report misconduct and waste.
  • Establishing the Office of the Medical Inspector to proactively review the quality, safety, and access to veteran healthcare.
  • Mandating regular, in-person oversight visits by leadership to VA medical facilities to improve engagement and accountability.
  • Creating a mobile temporary staffing program to quickly fill medical personnel shortages in VA facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
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. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

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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