H.R. 5293Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2021

1 recorded action232 of these members are on the 2026 ballotWhat the measure does Read on Congress.gov

Sponsor: Frank J. Mrvan [D-IN-01]
Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security
Committees: Veterans' Affairs Committee, Budget Committee
Latest action: Sep 30, 2021 · Became Public Law No: 117-42.

IntroducedSep 20, 2021
Passed the HouseSep 20, 2021
Passed the SenateSep 23, 2021
Sent to the PresidentSep 27, 2021
Became lawSep 30, 2021

What the measure doesCRS summary

This bill extends various Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) programs.

First, the bill permanently extends the VA's authority to administer a dental insurance plan for veterans who are enrolled in the VA health care system and certain survivors and dependents of veterans.

Next, the bill extends through FY2022 the expansion of the program that authorizes payments and allowances for beneficiary travel in connection with veterans who are receiving care from Vet Centers.

Finally, the bill extends authority through December 16, 2026, for the pilot program under which the VA may accept donations of real property or facilities from specified entities (e.g., a state or local authority).

Written by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service, describing H.R. 5293 as public Law on Sep 30, 2021. It is not the text of the measure; a later amendment may have changed what it does.

How every member votedHouse roll call 261

House Sep 20, 2021

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass

Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act

Passed · Two-thirds required

423 Yea 0 Nay 8 not voting

Crossed both parties No voting member broke with their own party.

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Democratic219 members

Republican212 members

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H.R. 5293Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2021

What the measure doesCRS summary

How every member votedHouse roll call 261

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass

How the chamber split

H.R. 5293Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2021

What the measure doesCRS summary

How every member votedHouse roll call 261

On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass

How the chamber split

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