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S. 2966

Referred to Committee

Rural Veterans Travel Enhancement Act of 2019

Introduced 12/3/2019•116th Congress•Senate

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

12/3/2019 • Senate

Summary

Rural Veterans Travel Enhancement Act of 2019

This bill expands transportation benefits for veterans and beneficiaries related to travel to certain Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, including Vet Centers.

Introduced in Senate • 12/3/2019

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Topics & Subjects

Congressional oversightDepartment of Veterans AffairsHealth care coverage and accessHealth facilities and institutionsMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMental healthRural conditions and developmentSocial work, volunteer service, charitable organizationsTransportation costsVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitationVeterans' medical care

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Sponsor & Cosponsors (6)

Party Breakdown

3
Democrats
3
Republicans
0
Independents

Sponsor

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Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]

Democrat • MT

Sponsored 12/3/2019

Cosponsors (5)

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Sen. Cramer, Kevin [R-ND]

R-ND

Joined 12/3/2019

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Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]

D-WA

Joined 12/3/2019

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Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND]

R-ND

Joined 12/3/2019

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Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV]

D-WV

Joined 12/3/2019

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Sen. Collins, Susan M. [R-ME]

R-ME

Joined 12/3/2019

Bill Journey

Originated in the Senate

Introduced

December 3, 2019

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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Floor Debate

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Text Versions (1)

Introduced in Senate12/3/2019

Details

Bill TypeS
Current StatusReferred to Committee
Cosponsors5