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US HR2398
US HR2398To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit smoking on the premises of any facility of the Veterans Health Administration, and for other purposes.
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Introduced
03/29/2023
03/29/2023
In Committee
04/14/2023
04/14/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit smoking on the premises of any facility of the Veterans Health Administration, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill aims to prohibit smoking, including the use of cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and electronic nicotine delivery systems, on the premises of any facility under the jurisdiction and control of the Veterans Health Administration. The bill also repeals a previous provision from the Veterans Health Care Act of 1992 that allowed for designated smoking areas within such facilities. The goal of this legislation is to create a smoke-free environment for veterans, patients, employees, and visitors at Veterans Health Administration facilities.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (on 04/14/2023)
Bill Topics
Defense
- ‐ Veterans Affairs
Health
- ‐ Tobacco Abuse, Treatment, and Education
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/2398/all-info | 03/30/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr2398/BILLS-118hr2398ih.pdf | 04/11/2023 |
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