H.R. 79 (112th): Dependent Care Act of 2011

Introduced:
Jan 05, 2011 (112th Congress, 2011–2013)
Sponsor:
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee [D-TX18]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on January 5, 2011, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Jan 05, 2011
Referred to Committee Jan 05, 2011
Cosponsors
none
Committees

House Veterans' Affairs

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Full Title

To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide certain abused dependents of veterans with health care.

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Text

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Last updated Jan 05, 2011.
4 pages

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1/5/2011--Introduced.
Dependent Care Act of 2011 - Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to provide health care for the physical and mental injuries suffered by a spouse, child, or dependent parent victim of abuse by a veteran who is enrolled in the VA patient enrollment system and has been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury, as long as such victim is not eligible for medical coverage under a federal or state program or otherwise covered by a private medical insurance policy.
Requires a report from the Secretary to the congressional veterans committees addressing any VA challenges or concerns in verifying psychological abuse in such individuals.

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United States Code

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Other Citations

  • 38 U.S.C. Chapter 17