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117th Congress · House

Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2021

Subjects: Administrative law and regulatory procedures · Dental care · Department of Veterans Affairs · Government buildings, facilities, and property · Health care costs and insurance · Health facilities and institutions · Land transfers · Military personnel and dependents

In plain language

  • House bill in the 117th Congress.
  • Extends various Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs.
  • House passed it on Sep 20, 2021 (substantive).
Official summary (Congressional Research Service)

Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2021 This bill extends various Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs. First, the bill permanently extends the VA's authority to administer a dental insurance plan for veterans who are enrolled in the VA health care system and certain survivors and dependents of veterans. Next, the bill extends through FY2022 the expansion of the program that authorizes payments and allowances for beneficiary travel in connection with veterans who are receiving care from Vet Centers. Finally, the bill extends authority through December 16, 2026, for the pilot program under which the VA may accept donations of real property or facilities from specified entities (e.g., a state or local authority).

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