Bill > HR4063

This bill aims to ensure that veterans in each of the 48 contiguous United States have access to either a full-service Veterans Health Administration (VHA) hospital within their state or receive comparable medical services through contracted healthcare providers. Specifically, the bill adds a new section to existing law requiring the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to guarantee at least one full-service VHA hospital in each of the contiguous states for eligible veterans. The bill does not restrict the ability of the Secretary to provide care for veterans in hospitals outside their home state. Additionally, the legislation requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report to Congress within one year of enactment, detailing the implementation of this new requirement and its impact on the quality and standards of veteran healthcare. The bill also includes a minor technical amendment to the Veterans Community Care Program to align with the new hospital access provisions. By mandating this level of healthcare access, the bill seeks to improve medical service availability for veterans across the United States.

Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4063/all-info