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New Veteran Health Savings Accounts for Private Primary Care

This act establishes a five-year pilot program allowing veterans to access private primary care services outside the Department of Veterans Affairs system. Veterans will receive special health savings accounts to cover medical costs, offering them more choice in primary care providers. Importantly, veterans participating in this program cannot simultaneously receive the same services from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Key points
Veterans will have the option to choose private primary care providers instead of solely relying on Department of Veterans Affairs facilities.
They will receive special health savings accounts to pay for visits, tests, and medications from selected private providers.
The pilot program will run for five years to assess the impact on healthcare access and quality.
Veterans using these health savings accounts cannot simultaneously receive the same services from Department of Veterans Affairs facilities.
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Print number: 119_HR_961
Sponsor: Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21]
Process start date: 2025-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Access to Direct Primary Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_961.

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 2025-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans will have the option to choose private primary care providers instead of solely relying on Department of Veterans Affairs facilities.
  • They will receive special health savings accounts to pay for visits, tests, and medications from selected private providers.
  • The pilot program will run for five years to assess the impact on healthcare access and quality.
  • Veterans using these health savings accounts cannot simultaneously receive the same services from Department of Veterans Affairs facilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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