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US S2787
US S2787A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the role of doctors of podiatric medicine in the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
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Introduced
09/21/2021
09/21/2021
In Committee
12/15/2021
12/15/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the role of doctors of podiatric medicine in the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill aims to clarify the role of doctors of podiatric medicine (DPMs) within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Specifically, it establishes a new position of Podiatric Medical Director within the VA's organizational structure, who will be responsible for overseeing the Podiatric Service. The bill also clarifies that DPMs are to be considered on par with physicians in terms of pay grade and classification within the VA's medical personnel system.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. (on 12/15/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/2787/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s2787/BILLS-117s2787is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s2787/BILLS-117s2787is.pdf.pdf |
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