Advancing VA’s Emergency Response to (AVERT) Crises Act of 2023
The AVERT Crises Act of 2023 requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to implement a high-frequency emergency communications system in all VA medical facilities within two years. This system must function independently during disasters without external infrastructure, enable coordination with other agencies, and help maintain healthcare services for veterans. The bill mandates VA staff training, annual emergency exercises, and regular reporting to Congress on system performance, including a three-year Inspector General audit to assess effectiveness and staffing. These changes directly affect VA medical facilities, their staff, and veterans relying on VA healthcare during emergencies.
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Nov 2023
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Introduced Nov 15, 2023
Last action Nov 15, 2023
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Nov 15, 2023
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Nov 15, 2023
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1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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