H.R.1530 — Veterans Benefits Improvement Act of 2023
House Roll Call
H.R.1530
| Bill | H.R.1530 — Veterans Benefits Improvement Act of 2023 |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 423 / Nay 0 / Present 0 / Not Voting 10 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 214 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| D | 209 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Bill Analysis
The Veterans Benefits Improvement Act of 2023 (HR 1530) aims to enhance and streamline benefits for veterans, addressing various aspects of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) services. The bill proposes several key provisions designed to improve access to benefits and services for veterans and their families.
Key provisions include the establishment of a pilot program to provide transportation assistance for veterans seeking medical care, particularly in rural areas where access to facilities is limited. The bill also mandates the VA to improve its outreach efforts to inform veterans about available benefits, ensuring that those eligible are aware of and can access the services they need.
Funding for these initiatives is authorized through appropriations to the VA, with specific allocations for the transportation assistance program and outreach efforts. The bill emphasizes the importance of collaboration with local and state agencies to enhance service delivery and ensure that veterans receive timely support.
The legislation affects various programs within the VA, including healthcare services, disability compensation, and vocational rehabilitation. It is designed to benefit veterans, particularly those in underserved regions, by reducing barriers to accessing essential services. Additionally, the bill aims to improve the overall efficiency of the VA’s benefits administration.
Key timelines include the bill’s introduction and subsequent passage in the House, followed by its reception in the Senate for consideration. The bill’s provisions are expected to be implemented within the fiscal year following its enactment, contingent upon the appropriations process.
Overall, the Veterans Benefits Improvement Act of 2023 seeks to enhance the quality of life for veterans by improving access to vital services and ensuring that they receive the benefits they have earned through their service.
Yea (423)
C
Colin Allred
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
K
Ken Buck
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
C
Cori Bush
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
J
Jerry Carl
A
André Carson
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
G
Gerald Connolly
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
Anna Eshoo
A
A. Ferguson
B
Brad Finstad
M
Mike Gallagher
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
B
Brian Higgins
J
Jeff Jackson
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
B
Bill Johnson
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
B
Barbara Lee
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
K
Kathy Manning
K
Kevin McCarthy
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
G
Greg Pence
D
Dean Phillips
K
Katie Porter
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
C
C. Ruppersberger
G
George Santos
J
John Sarbanes
A
Abigail Spanberger
M
Michelle Steel
E
Emilia Sykes
D
David Trone
M
Michael Waltz
B
Brad Wenstrup
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
