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Increased Travel Reimbursement for Veterans' Healthcare Access

This act increases the mileage reimbursement rates for veterans traveling to medical appointments through the Department of Veterans Affairs' Beneficiary Travel program. It aims to ease the financial burden of accessing healthcare. Additionally, the law mandates that these reimbursements be paid within 90 days of a properly submitted request.
Key points
Veterans will receive higher reimbursements for travel to medical facilities, reducing their out-of-pocket expenses.
The reimbursement rate will be equal to or greater than the rate for government employees using private vehicles for official business.
Reimbursement payments will be processed faster, within 90 days of submitting a request.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_599
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2025-02-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DRIVE Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_599.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans will receive higher reimbursements for travel to medical facilities, reducing their out-of-pocket expenses.
  • The reimbursement rate will be equal to or greater than the rate for government employees using private vehicles for official business.
  • Reimbursement payments will be processed faster, within 90 days of submitting a request.
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. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

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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Benefits Health