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Veteran Budget Accountability: Addressing Funding Shortfalls

This act aims to increase transparency and accountability in the management of veteran funds. It mandates detailed reports on financial shortfalls in veteran benefits and healthcare programs, which should help prevent future shortages and ensure stable support. Citizens can expect better oversight of expenditures allocated to veteran assistance.
Key points
Requires detailed reports on the causes of financial shortfalls in veteran programs, including benefits and healthcare.
Ensures regular financial reviews by an independent body to improve projection accuracy and prevent future shortfalls.
Mandates the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit these reports to Congress, increasing public oversight of veteran funds.
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Print number: 119_HR_1823
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2025-03-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Budget Shortfall Accountability Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1823.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires detailed reports on the causes of financial shortfalls in veteran programs, including benefits and healthcare.
  • Ensures regular financial reviews by an independent body to improve projection accuracy and prevent future shortfalls.
  • Mandates the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit these reports to Congress, increasing public oversight of veteran funds.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 119-71.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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