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- H.R.5260
H.R.5260: To provide that any reduction in the hours of operation of Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center emergency rooms may be implemented only after notice is provided to Congress and a period of 180 days has elapsed.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced May 2, 2006
- Latest Major Action May 8, 2006
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Bill Summary
Prohibits the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from implementing a reduction in the hours of operation at any Department of Veterans Affairs emergency room until 180 days after notifying Congress of the proposed change, together with an explanation of the reasons therefor. Requires that, if access to emergency care at a Department medical center is curtailed, the Secretary shall ensure than an alternative is available to veterans served by that...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| May 2, 2006 |
Introduced in the House by Jeb E. Bradley (R-N.H.) |