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- H.R.2628
H.R.2628: VET CARE Act of 2019
About This Bill
- Introduced May 9, 2019
- Latest Major Action March 12, 2020
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
13 (5 Democrats, 8 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - May 9, 2019
Bill Summary
Veterans Early Treatment for Chronic Ailment Resurgence through Examinations Act of 2019 or the VET CARE Act of 2019 This bill addresses dental care programs for veterans. Specifically, the bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to furnish administrative support to a dental care provider that provides services to a veteran that would not be covered by VA benefits. The bill also requires the VA to implement a pilot program to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| March 12, 2020 |
Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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| March 12, 2020 |
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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| March 12, 2020 |
Subcommittee on Health Discharged.
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| Sept. 11, 2019 |
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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| May 29, 2019 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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| May 9, 2019 |
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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| May 9, 2019 |
Introduced in the House by Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.) |