To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit smoking on the premises of any facility of the Veterans Health Administration, and for other purposes.
HR 3855 bans smoking and vaping in all Veterans Health Administration facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. It prohibits all tobacco products (cigarettes, cigars) and electronic nicotine devices (e-cigarettes, vape pens) for everyone on the premises - veterans, patients, staff, contractors, and visitors. The law applies to all VA-owned or controlled facilities, creating smoke-free environments for health and safety. This policy change directly affects all individuals using VA healthcare locations nationwide.
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Jun 2025
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Introduced Jun 10, 2025
Last action Jun 23, 2025
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Jun 23, 2025
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Jun 10, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Jun 10, 2025
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Introduced in House
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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