S-778 : Still Just a Bill

Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to issue to a veteran a card, to be known as a Veterans ID Card, that identifies the veteran as a veteran and includes the veteran's name and photo. Allows the Secretary to issue such a card regardless of whether the veteran is: (1) enrolled in the VA system of annual patient enrollment; or (2) in receipt of VA educational assistance, compensation, or pension.

Authorizes the Secretary to work with national retail chains that offer veterans reduced prices on pharmaceutical and consumer products to ensure that such chains recognize the above cards when offering such prices.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2013-06-12CommitteeCommittee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.Senate
2013-04-23IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.Senate
2013-04-23IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Sponsor :

Richard Burr [R] (NC)
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Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
See Subjects
  • Prescription drugs
  • Retail and wholesale trades
  • Veterans' medical care
  • Veterans' organizations and recognition

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