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VA Report on Staffing Rules: Assessing Veterans' Access to Long-Term Care.

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to prepare a report for Congress within 60 days. The report must analyze how proposed federal minimum staffing standards for long-term care facilities will affect veterans' access to care in State homes and VA-contracted nursing homes. The goal is to ensure that veterans, particularly those in rural areas, do not face reduced access to necessary long-term care services due to the new regulations.
Key points
Mandates a report detailing how many VA-contracted facilities currently fail to meet the proposed new minimum staffing requirements.
The report must identify the number of veterans affected and assess the VA's ability to meet long-term care needs after the new standards are fully implemented.
Special focus is placed on veterans residing in rural, highly rural, or medically underserved areas to prevent deterioration of their access to care.
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Print number: 118_S_3841
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2024-02-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Report on Proposed CMS Staffing Ratios Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3841.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-02-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates a report detailing how many VA-contracted facilities currently fail to meet the proposed new minimum staffing requirements.
  • The report must identify the number of veterans affected and assess the VA's ability to meet long-term care needs after the new standards are fully implemented.
  • Special focus is placed on veterans residing in rural, highly rural, or medically underserved areas to prevent deterioration of their access to 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. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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