CONGRESS FOR VOTERS

RepublicanBill · H.R. 1384· House(119-HR-1384)

Veterans Equal Access Act

Rep. Mast
Age: 46 years
Florida
Introduced
2/14/2025
Last activity
3/14/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sponsored by
Brian Mast
Cosponsors
Republican - 1Democrat - 3
Armed Forces and National Security
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "Veterans Equal Access Act," aims to change how Department of Veterans Affairs health care providers interact with veterans regarding marijuana. It authorizes these providers to give recommendations and opinions to veterans about participating in State marijuana programs. Additionally, the bill allows these providers to complete necessary forms that reflect those recommendations or opinions. This authorization applies to veterans who live in jurisdictions that have established such programs.

Yes

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+6

    The bill directly empowers veterans by allowing their doctors to support their access to state-regulated marijuana programs.

  • Does this help veterans get medical care?+5

    The bill enhances veterans' healthcare autonomy by allowing VA providers to support participation in state marijuana programs.

  • Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+5

    By facilitating access to state marijuana programs through medical recommendations, it expands service options for veterans.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.