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HEAL Act

USA119th CongressHR-5277| House 
| Updated: 9/22/2025
Michael Lawler

Michael Lawler

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (2)
Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
The Heroes Earned Affordable Lifts Act, or HEAL Act, seeks to enhance financial support for veterans' transportation to Department of Veterans Affairs facilities. It mandates that the mileage reimbursement rate for veterans' travel be set equal to the rate prescribed by the Administrator of General Services for privately owned automobiles, ensuring it aligns with current federal standards. Furthermore, the bill prohibits the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from requiring any deductible for travel related to examination, treatment, or care. This legislation also significantly expands the categories of individuals and organizations eligible for these transportation payments. It includes providers of personal care services for veterans, veterans service organizations that offer transportation, and veterans service agencies of local governments , including their employees or volunteers, explicitly allowing these entities to be reimbursed for their crucial role in assisting veterans with transportation needs.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-7451
HEAL Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9681
HEAL Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4007
HEAL Act of 2023

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-6551
HEAL Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-603
HEAL Act
Sep 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 10, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sep 22, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-7451
    HEAL Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9681
    HEAL Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4007
    HEAL Act of 2023


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-6551
    HEAL Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-603
    HEAL Act


  • September 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 10, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • September 22, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Armed Forces and National Security

HEAL Act

USA119th CongressHR-5277| House 
| Updated: 9/22/2025
The Heroes Earned Affordable Lifts Act, or HEAL Act, seeks to enhance financial support for veterans' transportation to Department of Veterans Affairs facilities. It mandates that the mileage reimbursement rate for veterans' travel be set equal to the rate prescribed by the Administrator of General Services for privately owned automobiles, ensuring it aligns with current federal standards. Furthermore, the bill prohibits the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from requiring any deductible for travel related to examination, treatment, or care. This legislation also significantly expands the categories of individuals and organizations eligible for these transportation payments. It includes providers of personal care services for veterans, veterans service organizations that offer transportation, and veterans service agencies of local governments , including their employees or volunteers, explicitly allowing these entities to be reimbursed for their crucial role in assisting veterans with transportation needs.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 116-7451
HEAL Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 117-9681
HEAL Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-4007
HEAL Act of 2023

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-6551
HEAL Act

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-603
HEAL Act
Sep 10, 2025
Introduced in House
Sep 10, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sep 22, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 116-7451
    HEAL Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 117-9681
    HEAL Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-4007
    HEAL Act of 2023


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-6551
    HEAL Act


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-603
    HEAL Act


  • September 10, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • September 10, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • September 22, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Michael Lawler

Michael Lawler

Republican Representative

New York

Cosponsors (2)
Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted