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Streamlining VA Healthcare Enrollment for Combat Veterans Before Military Separation.

This Act allows eligible service members who participated in combat to pre-enroll in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system up to 180 days before leaving the military. This ensures that their final enrollment determination is ready immediately upon separation, eliminating gaps in access to necessary medical care. The VA and Department of Defense must establish a joint mechanism to implement this streamlined process.
Key points
Combat veterans can start the VA healthcare enrollment process up to six months before their military separation date.
Guarantees immediate activation of VA healthcare benefits upon formal discharge from service, ensuring continuity of care.
Requires the VA and Department of Defense to create a joint system within one year to facilitate this early enrollment.
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Print number: 118_S_3560
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2024-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Combat Veterans Pre-Enrollment Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3560.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Combat veterans can start the VA healthcare enrollment process up to six months before their military separation date.
  • Guarantees immediate activation of VA healthcare benefits upon formal discharge from service, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Requires the VA and Department of Defense to create a joint system within one year to facilitate this early enrollment.
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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