Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act
- Bill Number
- S. 2393
- Origin Chamber
- Senate
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 2
- Policy Area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Status
- Became Law
- Became Law
- Public Law 119-97
- Latest Action
- 2026-06-09: Became Public Law No: 119-97.
- Last Updated
- 2026-06-23T20:01:53Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
This legislation authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs to build a new medical facility project in St. Louis, Missouri, during fiscal year 2026. It aims to expand and modernize VA healthcare infrastructure by funding construction of key buildings and support structures.
Key Provisions
- Project Authorization: The Secretary of Veterans Affairs is allowed to construct a major medical facility that includes a new bed tower, expansion of clinical buildings, a combined administrative building and warehouse, a utility plant, and parking garages.
- Funding Limit: The total cost for the project may not exceed $1,762,668,000.
- Appropriations: Funds are authorized for fiscal year 2026 or the year when money is allocated to the Construction, Major Projects account.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This bill adds a specific, one-time authorization for a large-scale construction project in St. Louis. It does not broadly alter prior VA laws but provides dedicated approval and funding authority for this initiative, which supplements the department's general powers to manage medical facilities.
Potential Impacts
- Government Agencies: The Department of Veterans Affairs will oversee planning, construction, and operations of the new facility, potentially improving its capacity to deliver care in the region.
- Citizens: Veterans in the St. Louis area may benefit from upgraded medical services, additional beds, and modernized clinical spaces once completed.
- International Relations: No direct effects on foreign policy or relations with other countries.
Main Stakeholders
- Department of Veterans Affairs and its leadership.
- Veterans and their families who use VA healthcare in Missouri.
- Local officials and residents in St. Louis.
- Members of Congress who approve and oversee the funding.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
The bill follows standard procedures for authorizing federal construction projects through legislation. It raises no apparent constitutional concerns and represents routine congressional oversight of executive branch spending on domestic infrastructure.
This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.
Sponsor
Cosponsors (1)
Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Recent Actions
- 2026-06-09: Became Public Law No: 119-97.
- 2026-06-09: Became Public Law No: 119-97.
- 2026-06-09: Signed by President.
- 2026-06-09: Signed by President.
- 2026-06-02: Presented to President.
- 2026-06-02: Presented to President.
- 2026-05-20: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- 2026-05-20: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 405 - 5 (Roll no. 180). (Roll call 180)
- 2026-05-20: Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 405 - 5 (Roll no. 180). (Roll call 180)
- 2026-05-20: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3646-3647)
- 2026-05-19: At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
- 2026-05-19: DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 2393.
- 2026-05-19: Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3575-3576; text: CR H3575)
- 2026-05-19: Mr. Bost moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
- 2025-12-18: Held at the desk.
Bill Versions
- Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act — issued 2026-05-22 — PDF (1 pages)
- Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act — issued 2025-12-17 — PDF (4 pages)
- Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act — issued 2025-07-23 — PDF (2 pages)
- Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act — issued 2025-12-02 — PDF (4 pages)