Veterans Equal Access Act

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Bill Number

HR 1647

Introduced

Mar 8, 2019

Latest Action

Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 15 - 11.

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Topics

Alternative treatments Armed Forces and National Security Department of Veterans Affairs Drug trafficking and controlled substances Drug, alcohol, tobacco use Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management Health information and medical records Health personnel Veterans' medical care

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Summary

Veterans Equal Access Act

This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to authorize VA health care providers to (1) provide veterans with recommendations and opinions regarding participation in their state's marijuana programs, and (2) complete forms reflecting such recommendations and opinions.

Actions

Mar 12, 2020

Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 15 - 11.
Mar 12, 2020

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jun 20, 2019

Committee Hearings Held.
Apr 30, 2019

Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Apr 30, 2019

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Mar 8, 2019

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 8, 2019

Introduced in House

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