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Improved Veteran Access to Full-Service Hospitals and Healthcare in Every State.

This act aims to ensure veterans in the 48 contiguous U.S. states have access to at least one full-service Veterans Health Administration (VHA) hospital within their state. If a VHA hospital is not available, veterans will receive comparable medical services through contracts with other providers. This is intended to enhance the quality and accessibility of healthcare for veterans.
Key points
Veterans in each of the 48 contiguous U.S. states are guaranteed access to a full-service VHA hospital or comparable contracted care.
The act seeks to improve the quality and standards of healthcare provided to veterans.
The Secretary of Veterans Affairs must report to Congress on the implementation and impact of the act on veteran care.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2134
Sponsor: Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]
Process start date: 2025-06-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Full-Service Care and Access Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2134.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans in each of the 48 contiguous U.S. states are guaranteed access to a full-service VHA hospital or comparable contracted care.
  • The act seeks to improve the quality and standards of healthcare provided to veterans.
  • The Secretary of Veterans Affairs must report to Congress on the implementation and impact of the act on veteran care.
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 Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH].

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 2025-12-23.

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