H.R. 6471, The Expanding Availability of VA Health Care Act of 2008

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H.R. 6471 would amend title 38, United States Code, to expand the availability of health care provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs by adjusting the income level for certain priority veterans.

Detailed Summary

Expanding Availability of VA Health Care Act of 2008 - Makes eligible for health care under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) patient enrollment system those veterans whose incomes do not exceed 150% of the maximum for treatment as a low-income family. (Currently, only veterans whose incomes do not exceed the maximum for treatment as a low-income family are so eligible.)

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 7/10/2008: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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