H.R. 439 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Veterans Foreign Medical Coverage Equality and Modernization Act of 2025
H.R. 439 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Jan 15, 2025, sponsored by Nick LaLota with 22 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jan 15, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 22
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
Veterans Foreign Medical Coverage Equality and Modernization Act of 2025 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to furnish hospital care and medical services abroad (i.e., outside any state) to a veteran with a service-connected disability rated as permanent and total who is otherwise eligible for such care if the VA determines certain requirements are met.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Nick LaLota (R-NY). Co-sponsors: 16 Democrats, 6 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 15, 2025
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (Feb 20, 2025)
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- S. 160: Aerial Firefighting Enhancement Act of 2025
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- S. 423: Protecting Regular Order for Veterans Act of 2025
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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