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Faster VA Responses to Congress: Improving Oversight of Veterans' Benefits

This Act aims to speed up the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) responses to questions submitted by Congress, which is crucial for effective oversight. Veterans and their families can expect Congress to gain faster access to information, potentially leading to quicker problem resolution and better quality of VA services. It sets a 45-business-day limit for providing answers, enhancing the agency's transparency and accountability.
Key points
Response Deadline: The VA must provide answers to Congressional oversight committees within 45 business days to improve scrutiny of veterans' services.
Delay Notification Requirement: If the VA anticipates missing the deadline, it must notify Congress, providing justification, an estimated response date, and a description of necessary steps.
Inter-Agency Cooperation: Other federal agencies must provide timely assistance to the VA if their help is required to answer Congressional inquiries.
Benefit for Veterans: Faster access to information by Congress means veterans' issues can be identified and addressed more quickly.
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Print number: 118_S_572
Sponsor: Sen. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC]
Process start date: 2023-02-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Access to VA INFO Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_572.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Response Deadline: The VA must provide answers to Congressional oversight committees within 45 business days to improve scrutiny of veterans' services.
  • Delay Notification Requirement: If the VA anticipates missing the deadline, it must notify Congress, providing justification, an estimated response date, and a description of necessary steps.
  • Inter-Agency Cooperation: Other federal agencies must provide timely assistance to the VA if their help is required to answer Congressional inquiries.
  • Benefit for Veterans: Faster access to information by Congress means veterans' issues can be identified and addressed more quickly.
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. Tillis, Thomas [R-NC].

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 2025-12-27.

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