Senate Passes $1.7 Billion Plan for New Veterans Medical Buildings in St. Louis
The Senate has passed this bill and it is currently waiting at the desk for further action. It is actively moving through the legislative process as it awaits the next steps. There are no companion bills listed for this legislation at this time.
This bill already passed the Senate with no major opposition and funds a major veterans project, which typically receives strong support in the House.
This bill’s path across every version that has carried it.
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Veterans in the greater St. Louis region would gain access to a modern medical campus with a new bed tower and expanded clinical space, improving their healthcare experience. Once built, the upgraded facility would serve veterans for decades, replacing aging infrastructure with buildings better equipped for modern medicine.
“construction of a new bed tower, clinical building expansion, consolidated administrative building and warehouse, utility plant, and parking garages”
Signed by President.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Became Public Law No: 119-97.
The President signed it. This is now the law of the land.
Presented to President.
Both chambers passed identical text. The President has 10 days to sign it into law or veto it.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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).
The House fast-tracked this bill — limited debate, no amendments allowed, but needs two-thirds support to pass.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Fiscal Year 2025 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act
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