Bill · H.R. 439· House(119-HR-439)
Veterans Foreign Medical Coverage Equality and Modernization Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 1/15/2025
- Last activity
- 2/20/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- Sponsored by
- Nick LaLota
- Cosponsors
- - 6 - 16
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the ``Veterans Foreign Medical Coverage Equality and Modernization Act of 2025'', seeks to amend title 38 of the United States Code. It requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide hospital care and medical services to veterans with service-connected disabilities rated as permanent and total even when they are outside of a State. The bill also mandates specific methods for making reimbursements more efficient through direct deposit. Additionally, it requires the use of mobile applications for digital submission, real-time tracking, and access to important documents. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs must submit a report to Congress regarding the implementation and efficacy of these changes within two years.
Yes
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+7
The bill improves access to medical services across state lines and streamlines the reimbursement process through digital tools and direct deposit.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+7
The bill expands medical coverage for veterans with permanent and total service-connected disabilities to include care outside of their home state.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+7
The bill modernizes veteran benefits through digital tracking, faster direct deposit reimbursements, and expanded geographic access to care.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expanded Medical Access: The Secretary shall furnish hospital care and medical services outside a State to veterans with service-connected disabilities rated as permanent and total, provided the care meets standard medical practice and any prescribed medication is FDA approved (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Faster Reimbursements: Reimbursements to veterans and medical providers can be made via direct deposit to expedite the process, improve efficiency, and reduce administrative costs (Section 2(a)(2)(A)).
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Improved Digital Tools: Mobile applications will allow for the digital submission and real-time tracking of forms and documentation needed for care or reimbursement (Section 2(a)(2)(B)).
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Easier Access to Documentation: Mobile applications will provide availability for benefits authorization letters, predetermination letters, or continuity of care documents (Section 2(a)(2)(B)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+7
- Healthcare
- Improves Veterans Healthcare+7
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+7
- 8/31/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/23/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/7/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/26/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/15/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/5/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/14/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/10/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 6/5/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/20/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/15/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/24/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/14/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/7/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/27/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/6/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/5/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/24/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/20/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- 2/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/22/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/15/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- Introduced in House
Henry CuellarDemocrat · Texas
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
J. CorreaDemocrat · California
Gilbert CisnerosDemocrat · California
Donald DavisDemocrat · North Carolina
Veronica EscobarDemocrat · Texas
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Andrew GarbarinoRepublican · New York
Laura GillenDemocrat · New York
Timothy KennedyDemocrat · New York
Susie LeeDemocrat · Nevada
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Nicole MalliotakisRepublican · New York
Maria SalazarRepublican · Florida
Thomas SuozziDemocrat · New York
Kim SchrierDemocrat · Washington
Eric SorensenDemocrat · Illinois
Dina TitusDemocrat · Nevada
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan
Jefferson Van DrewRepublican · New Jersey
Eugene VindmanDemocrat · Virginia