S3033Referred to Committee

Improving Access to Care for Rural Veterans Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-10-22
Introduced
1
Cosponsors
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Sponsor

Tammy Duckworth
Tammy Duckworth
Democrat · IL · Senator
Votes with party: 63.3% (300 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (1)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

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Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

2026-03-18

Source: Congress.gov

Plain-English Summary

This bill would expand healthcare options for veterans living in rural areas by improving access to VA medical services and allowing more flexibility in how rural veterans receive care, such as through telehealth appointments or partnerships with local hospitals and clinics. The changes aim to reduce the burden on rural veterans who currently have to travel long distances to reach VA facilities. Veterans in remote communities would benefit from shorter wait times and more convenient care options closer to home.

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Armed Forces and National Security
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