H.R. 5946: Stamp Out Veterans Medical Debt Act
This bill is titled the "Stamp Out Veterans Medical Debt Act." Its primary purpose is to create a special postage stamp called the "Veterans Medical Debt Relief Stamp" that the U.S. Postal Service would sell to the public. The revenue generated from the sale of this stamp would be used to help pay off medical debt incurred by veterans who received hospital care, medical services, and extended care services from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), including services provided through the Community Care Program.
Key Features of the Bill
- Issuance of the Stamp: The Veterans Medical Debt Relief Stamp would be available for purchase, allowing individuals to contribute to a fund designed to relieve the medical debt of veterans.
- Transfer of Funds: All money collected from the sale of this stamp would be directed to the Department of Veterans Affairs to assist in managing and paying debts related to veterans' medical bills.
- Stamp Design: The stamp would have a unique design determined by the U.S. Postal Service and would be issued in time for Veterans Day each year.
- No Limit on Issuance: The bill does not impose a limit on the quantity of stamps that can be issued, allowing for potentially unlimited sales depending on public interest.
Use of Funds
The Department of Veterans Affairs would be responsible for distributing the funds collected from the sale of the stamp among its various offices. These offices include the Veterans Health Administration, the Debt Management Center, the Financial Service Center, and the VHA Revenue Operations. The purpose of these funds would be to pay down medical debts specifically related to unresolved copayments and coinsurance for services provided to veterans.
Objective
The overall goal of this legislation is to provide a convenient avenue for the public to support veterans financially by contributing to the reduction of their medical debts. By facilitating these contributions through the purchase of a special postage stamp, the bill aims to alleviate some of the financial burdens that veterans may face regarding their healthcare expenses.
Implementation Timeline
The stamp is meant to be available annually in time for Veterans Day, emphasizing its connection to the recognition and appreciation of veteran service members.
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Nov. 20, 2025 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. |
| Nov. 07, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Nov. 07, 2025 | Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. |
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