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Copay Fairness for Veterans Act

USA119th CongressHR-1644| House 
| Updated: 3/25/2025
Lauren Underwood

Lauren Underwood

Democratic Representative

Illinois

Cosponsors (5)
Delia C. Ramirez (Democratic)Doris O. Matsui (Democratic)Jahana Hayes (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Seth Moulton (Democratic)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation aims to eliminate all copayments for veterans receiving preventive health services through the Department of Veterans Affairs. It amends title 38, United States Code, to ensure veterans are not charged for medications , hospital care , or medical services that are part of preventive care. The bill provides a comprehensive definition of preventive health services , encompassing evidence-based items or services with an 'A' or 'B' rating from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, and immunizations recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. For women, this definition specifically includes preventive care, screenings, and contraceptives outlined in HRSA guidelines, along with any FDA-approved contraceptive and related care. By removing these financial barriers, the bill seeks to improve veterans' access to crucial preventive healthcare and promote better long-term health outcomes.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-9773
Copay Fairness for Veterans Act
Feb 27, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 27, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 10, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Mar 25, 2025
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Mar 25, 2025
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-9773
    Copay Fairness for Veterans Act


  • February 27, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 27, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • March 10, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.


  • March 25, 2025
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • March 25, 2025
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Armed Forces and National Security

Family planning and birth controlHealth care costs and insuranceHealth promotion and preventive careHospital careImmunology and vaccinationPrescription drugsVeterans' medical careWomen's health

Copay Fairness for Veterans Act

USA119th CongressHR-1644| House 
| Updated: 3/25/2025
This legislation aims to eliminate all copayments for veterans receiving preventive health services through the Department of Veterans Affairs. It amends title 38, United States Code, to ensure veterans are not charged for medications , hospital care , or medical services that are part of preventive care. The bill provides a comprehensive definition of preventive health services , encompassing evidence-based items or services with an 'A' or 'B' rating from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, and immunizations recommended by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. For women, this definition specifically includes preventive care, screenings, and contraceptives outlined in HRSA guidelines, along with any FDA-approved contraceptive and related care. By removing these financial barriers, the bill seeks to improve veterans' access to crucial preventive healthcare and promote better long-term health outcomes.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-9773
Copay Fairness for Veterans Act
Feb 27, 2025
Introduced in House
Feb 27, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 10, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Mar 25, 2025
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Mar 25, 2025
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-9773
    Copay Fairness for Veterans Act


  • February 27, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • February 27, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • March 10, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.


  • March 25, 2025
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • March 25, 2025
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Lauren Underwood

Lauren Underwood

Democratic Representative

Illinois

Cosponsors (5)
Delia C. Ramirez (Democratic)Doris O. Matsui (Democratic)Jahana Hayes (Democratic)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Seth Moulton (Democratic)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Family planning and birth controlHealth care costs and insuranceHealth promotion and preventive careHospital careImmunology and vaccinationPrescription drugsVeterans' medical careWomen's health