Bills · HR 4886
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4886Armed Forces and National Security
Larry Barrett Veterans’ Memory Care Act of 2025
INTRO AUG 5· LAST ACTION DEC 19
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters to voters because it aims to give veterans more control and flexibility over their healthcare, especially for long-term needs like memory care. If it becomes law, veterans would have a stronger voice in choosing where and how they receive extended care, which could significantly improve their quality of life and access to services close to home.
Without this bill, veterans, particularly those in underserved areas, might face longer waits or have fewer choices for extended care, potentially forcing them to travel far or accept care that doesn't align with their preferences or needs. This bill seeks to address these common frustrations by speeding up approvals and ensuring continuous care, reflecting a move towards more veteran-centric healthcare decisions.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the VA to consider a veteran's preference for where, when, and how they receive extended care services, as well as their need for a caregiver or attendant, for a three-year period.
This provision increases veteran autonomy and ensures their personal circumstances and choices are factored into care decisions.
PROVISION 02
Mandates the VA to consider continuity of care for covered veterans seeking extended care services.
This helps ensure veterans receive consistent, coordinated care from familiar providers, which is crucial for complex or long-term health needs.
PROVISION 03
Establishes an expedited 30-day approval process for Veterans Care Agreements with non-VA providers for veterans needing extended care who live more than an hour from a qualified VA provider.
This provision significantly speeds up access to care for veterans in areas with limited VA options, reducing potential care gaps.
PROVISION 04
Requires the VA to provide in-home care services for the veteran during the expedited approval waiting period for a Veterans Care Agreement.
This ensures veterans do not experience a lapse in necessary care while waiting for their preferred non-VA provider to be approved.
PROVISION 05
Stipulates that a veteran already receiving extended care under the new provisions can continue that care even after the three-year period ends, until their current 'episode of care' concludes.
This provides stability and prevents disruption for veterans who have already established care arrangements under the new rules.
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSDEC 19
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
AUG 5
Introduced in House
AUG 5
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4886
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedAug 5, 2025
Last actionDec 19, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED AUG 5, 2025
House BillHR 4886Armed Forces and National Security
Larry Barrett Veterans’ Memory Care Act of 2025
INTRODUCED AUG 5, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 19, 2025
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