S-925 : Still Just a Bill

Veterans E-Health and Telemedicine Support Act of 2017 or the VETS Act of 2017

This bill allows a licensed health care professional of the Department of Veterans Affairs to practice his or her profession using telemedicine at any location in any state, regardless of where the professional or patient is located.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2018-01-05FloorHeld at the desk.House floor actions
2018-01-05FloorReceived in the House.House floor actions
2018-01-04FloorMessage on Senate action sent to the House.Senate
2018-01-03FloorPassed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.Senate
2018-01-03FloorMeasure laid before Senate by unanimous consent. (consideration: CR S25)Senate
2018-01-03DischargeSenate Committee on Veterans' Affairs discharged by Unanimous Consent.Senate
2017-04-25IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.Senate
2017-04-25IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
See Subjects
  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Congressional oversight
  • Health personnel
  • Health technology, devices, supplies
  • Licensing and registrations
  • Veterans' medical care

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