Sen. Blumenthal Introduces the Bipartisan Mammography Access for Veterans Act
This bill is currently being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Veterans Affairs. The committee recently held a hearing to discuss the proposal, which shows that it is actively moving through the process. There are no further actions scheduled at this time.
This bill has strong bipartisan support from leaders on the Veterans' Affairs Committee and builds on a program that is already running.
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Veterans who need breast cancer screenings would gain expanded access to mammography services at VA facilities across the country. The bill ensures every state and Puerto Rico has at least one VA mammography option, which is particularly helpful for veterans in rural areas or states where the VA currently lacks breast imaging services. By making the telescreening program permanent, veterans can get their scans read by specialists remotely, reducing the need for long-distance travel.
“the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall ensure the Department offers at least one of the following programs in each State and Puerto Rico”
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Mammography Access for Veterans Act of 2025
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