Bills · S 2393
BECAME LAW· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2393Government buildings, facilities, and propertyVeterans' medical care
Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act
INTRO JUL 23· LAST ACTION JUN 9
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses the infrastructure needs of the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically in a major metropolitan area. If it becomes law, it would allow for a significant upgrade and expansion of healthcare facilities for veterans in St. Louis, potentially improving their access to care and the overall quality of services they receive. For many veterans, accessing timely and comprehensive healthcare is a critical issue, and modern facilities can play a large role in meeting those needs.
Without this bill, the VA would not have the specific authorization to proceed with this multi-building project and its associated funding. This could mean delays in modernizing facilities, continued reliance on older or potentially overcrowded infrastructure, and a slower response to the evolving healthcare needs of the veteran population in the region. Voters should care because it impacts how their tax dollars are allocated to support veterans' health and the development of major public infrastructure.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to carry out a major medical facility project in St. Louis, Missouri, during fiscal year 2026.
This officially gives the VA permission to proceed with a significant construction effort to improve veteran healthcare infrastructure in the region.
PROVISION 02
The project includes the construction of a new bed tower, clinical building expansion, a consolidated administrative building and warehouse, a utility plant, and parking garages.
These specific components detail the comprehensive nature of the facility upgrade, aiming to improve multiple aspects of patient care, support, and access.
PROVISION 03
The cost of the project is capped at $1,762,668,000.
This sets a clear financial limit for the project, providing transparency and fiscal accountability for taxpayer money.
PROVISION 04
Authorizes the appropriation of $1,762,668,000 for fiscal year 2026 for the project.
This ensures that the necessary funds are designated and made available to fully execute the authorized construction project.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 1
R· Kansas
YRS IN OFFICE
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BILLS LED
85
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
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ACTION TIMELINE
31 EVENTSJUN 9
Signed by President.
JUN 9
Became Public Law No: 119-97.
JUN 2
Presented to President.
MAY 20
Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3646-3647)
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2393
Congress119th
StatusBecame Law
IntroducedJul 23, 2025
Last actionJun 9, 2026
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BECAME LAW· 119TH CONGRESS · VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025
Senate BillS 2393Government buildings, facilities, and propertyVeterans' medical care
Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act
INTRODUCED JUL 23, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 9, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
BECAME LAW
READING
1 min
COSPONSORS
1
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
