Easier Healthcare Access for Veterans
This act aims to simplify healthcare access for service members transitioning to veteran status. It introduces automatic pre-registration in the healthcare system and provides assistance with scheduling medical appointments after separation from service. This will help veterans receive necessary medical care more quickly, improving their health and well-being as they transition to civilian life.
Key points
Automatic pre-registration in the healthcare system for service members leaving active duty, up to 180 days before separation.
Assistance with enrolling in the veteran healthcare system and scheduling initial medical appointments after service.
Streamlining the registration process and access to medical services to ensure a smooth transition to civilian life and support veterans' mental and physical health.
Increased awareness of available healthcare services for veterans, including those independent of full enrollment, such as mental health counseling.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_585
Sponsor: Sen. King, Angus S., Jr. [I-ME]
Process start date: 2025-02-13