Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2018

S. 3479 in the 115th Congress (2017–2018) became law — introduced on Sep 18, 2018, sponsored by Johnny Isakson with 1 co-sponsors.

During the 115th Congress (2017–2018), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Sep 18, 2018
Co-sponsors: 1
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Public law: Public Law 115-251

What it does

Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2018 This bill extends and otherwise revises specified Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs and services, including those related to health care, benefits, and homeless veteran reintegration. TITLE I--EXTENSIONS OF AUTHORITY Subtitle A--Health Care Matters (Sec. 101) The bill extends through FY2020 copayment guidelines for hospital care and nursing home care.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Johnny Isakson (R-GA). Co-sponsors: 1 Democrat.

Where it stands

IntroducedSep 18, 2018
Passed the SenateSep 18, 2018
Passed the HouseSep 25, 2018
Sent to the PresidentSep 28, 2018
Became lawSep 29, 2018

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 115-251. (Sep 29, 2018)

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