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Introduced
01/09/2023
01/09/2023
In Committee
02/08/2023
02/08/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to modify the information technology systems of the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide for the automatic processing of claims for certain temporary disability ratings, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to modify the VA's information technology systems to automatically process claims for certain temporary disability ratings for veterans. Specifically, the bill requires the VA to automatically obtain medical evidence from its own data warehouse and have employees determine the veteran's eligibility for a temporary disability rating under the existing law. The bill also allows for manual processing of claims if the evidence is insufficient or not compatible with the new automated system.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs, Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held (on 07/19/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/196/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr196/BILLS-118hr196ih.pdf |
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