VA staff could book veterans’ appointments with outside doctors through one online system. The tool would show open times, send referral paperwork, and track how the system is used. The program would end after seven years unless Congress renews it.
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Veterans Community Care Scheduling Improvement Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Latest action on H.R. 3482: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects veterans who use community care, VA staff who schedule appointments, and non-VA providers who treat veterans through the program. Veterans could see a simpler path to appointments outside the VA. VA schedulers would have to use the new online tool when practical. Community providers could get more direct referrals, but they may need to adapt their own systems or office routines.
Why this matters: Veterans can face delays and confusion when trying to get care outside VA facilities. This bill tries to make that process easier by giving VA schedulers one online place to find and book open appointments. It could also make provider participation easier to track. Still, the bill depends on the VA building the tool, training staff, and getting community providers to take part.
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Officially: Veterans Community Care Scheduling Improvement Act
VA staff could book veterans’ appointments with outside doctors through one online system. The tool would show open times, send referral paperwork, and track how the system is used. The program would end after seven years unless Congress renews it.
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Where it stands
Sitting in Veterans' Affairs
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Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Latest: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (5/20/2026)
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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