Bill Summary: H. R. 815

Short Title: Removing Extraneous Loopholes Insuring Every Veteran Emergency Act (RELIEVE Act)

This bill aims to make improvements to the eligibility of veterans to receive reimbursement for emergency treatment through the Veterans Community Care program. It also includes provisions for other purposes.

Section 1: Short Title

The bill is referred to as the "Removing Extraneous Loopholes Insuring Every Veteran Emergency Act" or the "RELIEVE Act".

Section 2: Eligibility Requirements for Reimbursement for Emergency Treatment Furnished to Veterans

This section amends Section 1725(b)(2)(B) of title 38, United States Code. It states that veterans are eligible for reimbursement for emergency treatment, unless the treatment was received within 60 days of enrolling in the specified health care system. In such cases, there will be no requirement for prior receipt of care.

Section 3: Modification of Certain Housing Loan Fees

This section amends the loan fee table in Section 3729(b)(2) of title 38, United States Code. It changes the date for loan fee calculations from 'November 14, 2031' to 'December 28, 2031'.

The bill was passed by the House of Representatives on March 7, 2023.

Attest: Clerk

Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers

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