H.R. 3892 · 96th Congress · 1979–1980
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to contract for the furnishing of private health care to veterans when such health care is authorized by a Veterans' Administration physician as necessary for the treatment of medical emergency, to authorize the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs to provide outpatient medical services for any disabili
H.R. 3892 in the 96th Congress (1979–1980) became law — introduced on May 2, 1979, sponsored by David Satterfield III.
During the 96th Congress (1979–1980), Jimmy Carter was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- May 2, 1979
- Policy area
- Health
- Public law
- Public Law 96-151
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedMay 2, 1979
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawDec 20, 1979
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