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NJ AR89
NJ AR89Urges 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
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This Assembly 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 Assembly resolution urges the United States Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to maintain current funding levels for ambulance services provided to veterans. The resolution highlights that the VA has been reimbursing veterans for ambulance services since 1984, and currently serves 338,012 veterans in New Jersey. The proposed reductions in reimbursement rates could shift the financial burden to state and local governments, potentially creating significant barriers to medical transportation for veterans. The resolution points out that ambulance bills in New Jersey typically range from $400 to $600, which could be financially prohibitive for many veterans, especially in rural areas already struggling with hospital closures. By potentially forcing veterans to forgo necessary medical care due to high transportation costs, these proposed cuts would deviate from the military principle of supporting veterans. The resolution calls on Congress and the VA to preserve existing ambulance service funding to ensure veterans can continue to access critical medical transportation without financial hardship.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly 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/AR89 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/AR/89_I1.HTM |
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