IN HR0009

Recognizes the Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability Act of 2014 is intended to expedite Veterans Health Administration (VHA) processing for health care requests by allowing veterans with wait times exceeding 30 days or living more than 40 miles from the nearest VHA facility to receive treatment at non-VHA community hospitals.

Identifies that veterans currently must pay upfront costs to travel across state lines for specialized care and seek reimbursement later, rather than receiving treatment at local community hospitals.

States that delays in obtaining authorization to use Veterans Choice Cards defeat the purpose of the Act, as veterans must wait before accessing local treatment options.

Requests immediate action by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Indiana Department of Veterans' Affairs to ensure effective administration of the Veterans Choice Act so veterans can quickly and easily access local health care options.

Directs copies of the resolution be transmitted to the Indiana Director of Veterans' Affairs and the U.S. Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs.