DRIVE Act of 2025
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to increase the reimbursement rate that veterans receive for travel expenses related to their healthcare at the Department of Veterans Affairs. Specifically, it seeks to align the VA’s mileage reimbursement rate with that offered to government employees using private vehicles when no official vehicle is available. The bill also requires the VA to process and pay mileage allowances within 90 days of a proper request.
Key provisions
- Increases the mileage reimbursement rate for veteran travel to VA facilities.
- Sets the reimbursement rate equal to the mileage rate for government employees using private vehicles.
- Requires the VA to pay mileage allowances within 90 days of a proper request.
- Updates the relevant section of Title 38, United States Code.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Government employees
Notable changes
- Aligns VA mileage reimbursement with government employee rates.
- Establishes a 90-day timeframe for processing and payment of mileage allowances.
Fiscal impact
The bill may have a positive impact on the Department of Veterans Affairs’ budget due to increased travel reimbursement costs.
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