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This bill modernizes the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) continuing professional education (CPE) reimbursement policy by establishing clear guidelines for financial support of healthcare professionals' ongoing education. Specifically, the bill allows the VA Secretary to reimburse full-time healthcare professionals up to $2,000 per year for continuing education expenses, with coverage applying to various professional roles including physicians, dentists, podiatrists, registered nurses, physician assistants, psychologists, licensed practical nurses, medical technologists, diagnostic radiologic technologists, and social workers. The bill provides flexibility for the VA Secretary to adjust the reimbursement amount over time, but mandates that the annual reimbursement cannot fall below $2,000 per professional. This legislation aims to support ongoing professional development and skill maintenance for VA healthcare staff by providing a standardized, predictable financial mechanism for covering continuing education costs, which can help ensure high-quality healthcare services for veterans.

Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/657/all-info