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US HR7315

US HR7315
TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act Transparency and Effective Accountability Measures for Veteran Caregivers Act


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Introduced
03/31/2022
In Committee
05/10/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023

Introduced Session

117th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to formally recognize caregivers of veterans, notify veterans and caregivers of clinical determinations relating to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extend benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program, and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, the Transparency and Effective Accountability Measures for Veteran Caregivers Act (TEAM Veteran Caregivers Act), aims to formally recognize all caregivers of veterans, including family caregivers and caregivers participating in the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) caregiver support programs. It requires the VA Secretary to notify veterans and their caregivers of any clinical determinations related to eligibility for caregiver programs, and temporarily extends benefits for veterans who are determined ineligible for the family caregiver program for at least 90 days after notification, with some exceptions.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 05/10/2022)

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