H.R. 3812: Stop Troubling Retroactive Invoices for Veteran Expenses Act of 2025
Summary of the Bill
The bill, known as the Stop Troubling Retroactive Invoices for Veteran Expenses Act of 2025 (STRIVE Act), proposes to amend Title 38 of the United States Code regarding healthcare copayments required from veterans by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The main focus of the bill is to alleviate the financial burden on veterans under specific circumstances related to the processing of their healthcare information.Key Provisions
The bill includes the following major provisions:- Prohibition on Copayments: The bill states that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs cannot require a veteran to pay a copayment for hospital care or medical services if:
- The copayment is due for services received within the last two years and the delay in payment is due to the VA’s failure to process the veteran's information in a timely manner.
- The copayment amount exceeds $2,000 because of an error by the VA or its employees.
- Waiver Authority: The Secretary of Veterans Affairs is given the authority to waive copayments entirely in cases where it is deemed appropriate, regardless of whether the veteran has submitted a request for such a waiver.
Overall Impact
The intended impact of this bill is to protect veterans from being charged unexpected healthcare copayments due to administrative errors or delays by the Department of Veterans Affairs. By prohibiting these charges under certain conditions, the bill aims to enhance financial security for veterans accessing healthcare services.Relevant Companies
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Actions
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Date | Action |
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Jul. 23, 2025 | Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
Jul. 23, 2025 | Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. |
Jun. 06, 2025 | Introduced in House |
Jun. 06, 2025 | Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. |
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