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IndependentAmendment · S.Amdt. 364· Senate(119-SAMDT-364)

S.Amdt. 364

Rep. King
Age: 82 years
Maine
Introduced
2/20/2025
Sponsored by
Angus King
Cosponsors
None
Changes bill
119-SCONRES-7 — An original concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2025 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2026 through 2034.
  1. Introduced
  2. Pending Consideration

What this amendment would do

Mr. King put forward this amendment, known as SA 364, to the concurrent resolution on the budget for fiscal year 2025. It deals with making sure our veterans get the care they need without adding to our national debt.

What It Aims To Change Or Add

Expanding Veterans' Care

The amendment adds a new section to the bill that creates a deficit-neutral reserve fund. This allows the Chairman of the Committee on the Budget of the Senate to make adjustments and changes for legislation relating to health care for veterans.

Specifically, it focuses on legislation to expand mental health resources for veterans. This includes:

  • Telehealth services
  • Resources available through community-based outpatient clinics run by the Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Vet Centers that provide readjustment counseling services

Keeping Track Of The Cost

The big catch here is accountability. Any legislation passed using this fund would not increase the deficit over the total period of fiscal years 2025 through 2034.