HR 3494119th CongressIntroduced

VA Hospital Inventory Management System Authorization Act

Introduced: May 19, 2025

HealthcareVeterans Affairs

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

The VA Hospital Inventory Management System Authorization Act authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to purchase or develop a cloud-based information technology system to manage inventory at VA medical facilities, including both expendable and non-expendable items. The bill requires the VA to conduct a pilot program at one facility before full implementation, complete the rollout within three years, and submit a comprehensive report to Congress before beginning the project. Additionally, the bill extends certain pension payment limits for veterans through December 31, 2032.

Key Points

1Authorizes the VA Secretary to purchase or develop a cloud-based inventory management system for the Veterans Health Administration to track medical supplies and equipment
2Requires a pilot program at one VA facility to test system functionality before enterprise-wide implementation across all VA medical facilities
3Mandates completion of full system implementation within three years of the bill's enactment
4Prohibits the VA from beginning the project until submitting a detailed report to Congress that includes a comprehensive supply chain strategy, cost estimates, staffing assessments, and an independent review of past supply chain modernization failures
5Extends certain pension payment limitations for veterans from November 30, 2031, to December 31, 2032

Impact Areas

Veterans Health Administration facilities: Will receive modernized inventory tracking systems to improve supply chain management and potentially reduce waste and shortagesVA staff and workforce: Requires comprehensive staffing assessments and planning for both supply chain and IT personnel needed for implementationCongressional oversight: Ensures legislative review of VA's supply chain strategy and readiness before major technology investments proceedVeteran pension recipients: Benefits from extended pension payment provisions through 2032

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