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Faster Veteran Home Construction: Waiving "Buy America" Rules for Specific Projects.

This bill aims to speed up the construction and modernization of State veteran homes. It introduces a temporary waiver of the "Buy America" domestic sourcing requirement for specific projects that were already approved and submitted by April 15, 2022. This change allows these particular projects to proceed more quickly, ensuring veterans gain faster access to necessary housing and care facilities.
Key points
Waiver of the requirement to use exclusively American-made construction materials for selected, previously approved veteran home projects.
The goal is to remove bureaucratic obstacles and accelerate the construction of essential care facilities for veterans, reducing wait times for services.
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Print number: 118_S_3886
Sponsor: Sen. Risch, James E. [R-ID]
Process start date: 2024-03-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

WAIVER Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3886.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Waiver of the requirement to use exclusively American-made construction materials for selected, previously approved veteran home projects.
  • The goal is to remove bureaucratic obstacles and accelerate the construction of essential care facilities for veterans, reducing wait times for services.
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. Risch, James E. [R-ID].

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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