House Bill 7013
115th Congress(2017-2018)
Phoenix VA Congressional Oversight Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Oct 2, 2018
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
7013
Congress
115
Policy Area
Armed Forces and National Security
Armed Forces and National Security
Primary focus of measure is military operations and spending, facilities, procurement and weapons, personnel, intelligence; strategic materials; war and emergency powers; veterans’ issues. Measures concerning alliances and collective security, arms sales and military assistance, or arms control may fall under International Affairs policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Phoenix VA Congressional Oversight Act
This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to carry out a pilot program in Arizona, including at the VA's Phoenix health care system, to improve the ability of Members of Congress to assist constituents with VA medical benefits issues. As part of the program, the VA must establish a dedicated congressional relations team to assist congressional members and committees with casework issues at each VA health care system location in Arizona.
October 2, 2018
10/02/2018
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
10/02/2018
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
10/02/2018
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:41:17 PM