LINC VA Act

The LINC VA Act (S 2259) establishes a pilot program to connect veterans with community services through a coordinated network. It requires the VA to create infrastructure linking providers of housing, healthcare, job training, transportation, and other critical services - prioritizing interoperability with existing systems and standardized data collection on veterans' social needs (like housing instability or food insecurity) using ICD-10 codes. The pilot will operate at multiple VA facilities nationwide, including rural and under-resourced locations, to track referral accuracy, response times, and service outcomes. The program aims to improve access to integrated care by aligning VA services with community resources, with mandatory reports to Congress on unmet needs after three years.