Combat Veterans Pre-Enrollment Act of 2024

HR 8312, the Combat Veterans Pre-Enrollment Act of 2024, creates a 3-year pilot program allowing eligible combat veterans to pre-enroll in the VA healthcare system before separating from active duty. It directly affects service members who would qualify for VA healthcare upon separation and meet specific combat-related service criteria under existing law. The bill establishes a mechanism during the 180 days before separation, requiring coordination between VA, Defense, and Homeland Security to facilitate pre-enrollment. The program includes reporting requirements for participation rates, demographics, and a GAO evaluation of effectiveness after the pilot ends in 2027.