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VA Competition Report: Ensuring Fair Treatment for Veteran-Owned Small Businesses.

This Act mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to produce and publish a detailed report on the state of competition among its suppliers and contractors. The goal is to identify areas where a lack of competition might inflate costs, ensuring taxpayer money is spent efficiently and maximizing opportunities for small businesses, particularly those owned by veterans. The public will gain transparency regarding VA spending practices.
Key points
The VA Secretary must submit a report to Congress examining the number of contractors and the level of competition in VA procurement.
The legislation aims to reduce VA operating costs by boosting competition, potentially freeing up resources for veteran services.
The report must include recommendations for improving competition and will be made available to the public.
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Print number: 118_S_2778
Sponsor: Sen. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS]
Process start date: 2023-09-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VETS Business Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2778.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-09-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The VA Secretary must submit a report to Congress examining the number of contractors and the level of competition in VA procurement.
  • The legislation aims to reduce VA operating costs by boosting competition, potentially freeing up resources for veteran services.
  • The report must include recommendations for improving competition and will be made available to the public.
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. Wicker, Roger F. [R-MS].

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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