To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs centers of excellence for rural health research, education, and clinical activities, and for other purposes.

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Bill Number

HR 3279

Introduced

Jul 21, 2009

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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Advisory bodies Armed Forces and National Security Health facilities and institutions Medical education Medical research Rural conditions and development Veterans' medical care

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Summary

Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish and operate at least one, and up to five, centers of excellence for rural health research, education, and clinical activities. Requires the submission of annual reports on those centers.

Actions

Jul 24, 2009

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Jul 21, 2009

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Jul 21, 2009

Introduced in House

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