Congressional Hearing on VA Medical Facility Construction and Health Legislation
January 1, 2016
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The Frame
This hearing serves as the legislative review process for proposed laws that would authorize new VA construction projects for fiscal year 2015 and change how the VA manages and oversees its medical facility building programs.
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Veterans
Veterans are the primary users of the medical facilities being discussed for construction and administrative reform.
Department of Veterans Affairs
The agency is responsible for implementing the construction projects and administrative changes proposed in the legislation.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2016.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing reviewed 12 specific House bills (H.R. 272, 353, 359, 421, 423, 1356, 1688, 1862, 2464, 2914, 2915, 3016).
- The committee reviewed draft legislation to authorize VA major medical facility construction projects for fiscal year 2015.
- The committee reviewed proposals to improve the administration and management of VA medical facility construction projects.
- Testimony was provided by multiple members of Congress representing various districts.
- Representatives from the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, and Veterans of Foreign Wars provided formal testimony.
- Officials from the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) provided testimony regarding policy and operations.
Why It Matters
This hearing serves as the legislative review process for proposed laws that would authorize new VA construction projects for fiscal year 2015 and change how the VA manages and oversees its medical facility building programs.
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Focus on Construction Management
The hearing highlights a specific legislative focus on improving the administration of VA construction projects, likely in response to previous project delays or cost overruns.
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Analysis Score
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- Controversy20Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
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