H.R. 3610: Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act of 2025

This bill, titled the Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act of 2025, aims to enhance support for Native Hawaiian veterans by making amendments to existing laws concerning housing loans and medical care provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Key Provisions

1. Housing Loans for Native Hawaiian Veterans

The bill amends the definition of terms used for direct housing loans available to Native American veterans by referring to the definitions established in the Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act of 1996. This change is intended to streamline and clarify the provisions pertaining to housing loans specifically for Native Hawaiian veterans.

2. Medical Care Improvements

The bill proposes several changes to improve the administration of medical care for Native Hawaiian veterans, including:

• Reimbursement of Care Costs: The Secretary of Veterans Affairs would be required to reimburse Native Hawaiian health care systems for care or services provided to eligible veterans. This includes care provided not only directly but also through purchased or referred services and travel contracts.
• Definition of Native Hawaiian Health Care System: The bill specifies that the term “Native Hawaiian health care system” aligns with existing definitions under the Native Hawaiian Health Care Improvement Act.
• Cost Sharing Exemption: The bill introduces an exemption from cost-sharing for Native Hawaiians receiving care, which would ease the financial burden on veterans who qualify as Native Hawaiians.

Administrative Changes

To implement the above provisions, the bill includes necessary amendments to the relevant sections of the U.S. Code, thereby ensuring that the VA can effectively provide support to Native Hawaiian veterans based on the specific needs of this community.

Relevant Companies

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