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US HB467
Bill
Status
1/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Van Drew
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AI Summary
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Eliminates the requirement that veterans must have a service-connected disability to receive VA medical care outside the United States through the Foreign Medical Program
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Expands eligibility so all veterans residing or traveling abroad can access VA-covered hospital care and medical services, regardless of whether their condition is related to military service
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Requires the VA to update its payment system to allow electronic fund transfer reimbursements for medical care provided under the Foreign Medical Program
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Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to assess the feasibility of contracting with non-VA entities to build a network of foreign healthcare providers, including evaluation of administrative burden impacts on veterans
Legislative Description
Foreign Medical Program Modernization Act of 2025
Armed forces and national security
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
2/20/2025