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Introduced
06/28/2024
06/28/2024
In Committee
07/08/2024
07/08/2024
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 seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center for an assessment of forms that the Secretary sends to claimants for benefits under laws administered by the Secretary, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the Simplifying Forms for Veterans Claims Act, directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to seek an agreement with a Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) to assess the forms the Secretary sends to claimants for veterans benefits. The FFRDC, in consultation with relevant entities, will provide recommendations to the Secretary on how to make these forms clearer and better organized for claimants. The Secretary must then submit the assessment to Congress and implement the recommended changes within two years, as long as they comply with existing laws.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (7)
John Duarte (R)*,
Mike Bost (R),
Lori Chavez-DeRemer (R),
Don Davis (D),
Josh Harder (D),
Jimmy Panetta (D),
David Valadao (R),
Last Action
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote. (on 07/23/2024)
Bill Topics
Defense
- ‐ Veterans Affairs
Government Operations
- ‐ Government Efficiency and Bureaucratic Oversight
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8880/all-info | 06/29/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr8880/BILLS-118hr8880ih.pdf | 08/13/2024 |
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