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NJ SR13
NJ SR13Urges Congress and Department of Veterans Affairs not to reduce funding for ambulance services for veterans.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This Senate resolution urges the United States Congress and the federal Department of Veterans Affairs to refrain from implementing proposed reductions in reimbursements for ambulance services for veterans. Shifting this financial burden from the federal government to state and local entities would have detrimental effects on the ability for veterans to access free ambulance transportation. Given that there are 338,012 veterans living in the State of New Jersey, it is imperative to maintain these federal reimbursements. The average ambulance bill in New Jersey, ranging from $400 to $600, would place a significant financial burden on veterans if reimbursements are reduced. This burden is especially concerning in rural areas, which are already grappling with a surge in hospital closures and higher ambulance transportation costs. In light of these challenges, it is crucial for Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs to uphold their commitment to veterans by continuing to provide necessary reimbursements for ambulance transportation.
AI Summary
This resolution urges the United States Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to maintain current funding levels for ambulance services for veterans, highlighting the potential negative consequences of proposed reimbursement cuts. The resolution emphasizes that the VA has provided ambulance service reimbursements since 1984 and that New Jersey is home to 338,012 veterans who rely on free ambulance transportation for medical care. If funding is reduced, the financial burden could shift to state and local governments, which lack the resources to develop alternative programs. The average ambulance bill in New Jersey ranges from $400 to $600, and cuts could create significant financial barriers for veterans, potentially forcing them to forgo necessary medical care. Additionally, the resolution warns that reduced reimbursements might compel ambulance companies to withdraw services from rural areas, where medical access is already challenging due to hospital closures. The resolution argues that such cuts would contradict the military principle of "leaving no one behind" and could leave thousands of veterans without access to essential healthcare transportation.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/SR13 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/SR/13_I1.HTM |
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