H.R.1226 — Wounded Warrior Access Act
House Roll Call
H.R.1226
| Bill | H.R.1226 — Wounded Warrior Access Act |
|---|---|
| Vote question | On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended |
| Vote type | 2/3 Yea-And-Nay |
| Result | Passed |
| Totals | Yea 422 / Nay 0 / Present 0 / Not Voting 12 |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 219 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| D | 203 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
| I | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Research Brief
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
Bill Analysis
The Wounded Warrior Access Act (HR 1226) aims to enhance access to certain benefits and services for veterans with disabilities, particularly those who are severely injured. The legislation was signed into law on June 22, 2023, becoming Public Law No: 118-21.
Key Provisions: The Act mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to improve the accessibility of facilities and services for veterans with disabilities. It specifically requires the VA to assess and report on the accessibility of its facilities and to implement necessary improvements to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The law emphasizes the need for the VA to prioritize accessibility in its planning and operations.
Funding and Authorities: While the bill does not specify a distinct funding allocation, it directs the VA to utilize existing resources to enhance accessibility measures. The law empowers the VA to collaborate with other federal agencies and organizations to facilitate improvements in accessibility.
Programs and Agencies Affected: The primary agency impacted by this legislation is the Department of Veterans Affairs. The Act affects all VA facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and other service centers that provide care and support to veterans.
Beneficiaries: The primary beneficiaries of the Wounded Warrior Access Act are veterans with disabilities, particularly those who have sustained severe injuries. The Act aims to ensure that these individuals have equitable access to healthcare services, rehabilitation programs, and other essential resources provided by the VA.
Key Timelines: The law was enacted on June 22, 2023, and requires the VA to submit an initial report on the accessibility assessment within one year of enactment. Subsequent evaluations and updates are expected to follow, ensuring ongoing improvements in accessibility for veterans with disabilities.
In summary, the Wounded Warrior Access Act represents a significant step toward enhancing the quality of life for disabled veterans by ensuring their access to vital services and facilities.
Yea (422)
C
Colin Allred
K
Kelly Armstrong
D
Dan Bishop
E
Earl Blumenauer
J
Jamaal Bowman
K
Ken Buck
L
Larry Bucshon
M
Michael Burgess
C
Cori Bush
K
Ken Calvert
Y
Yadira Caraveo
T
Tony Cárdenas
J
Jerry Carl
M
Matt Cartwright
L
Lori Chavez-DeRemer
D
David Cicilline
G
Gerald Connolly
J
Jason Crow
A
Anthony D'Esposito
L
Lloyd Doggett
J
John Duarte
J
Jeff Duncan
A
Anna Eshoo
A
A. Ferguson
S
Scott Franklin
M
Matt Gaetz
M
Mike Gallagher
R
Ruben Gallego
J
John Garamendi
M
Mike Garcia
B
Bob Good
K
Kay Granger
G
Garret Graves
M
Mark Green
B
Brian Higgins
J
Jeff Jackson
S
Sheila Jackson Lee
B
Bill Johnson
D
Daniel Kildee
D
Derek Kilmer
A
Ann Kuster
D
Doug Lamborn
J
Jake LaTurner
B
Barbara Lee
D
Debbie Lesko
B
Blaine Luetkemeyer
K
Kathy Manning
L
Lucy McBath
K
Kevin McCarthy
L
Lisa McClain
P
Patrick McHenry
M
Marcus Molinaro
A
Alexander Mooney
G
Grace Napolitano
W
Wiley Nickel
B
Bill Pascrell
D
Donald Payne
M
Mary Peltola
K
Katie Porter
B
Bill Posey
C
Cathy Rodgers
M
Matthew Rosendale
C
C. Ruppersberger
J
John Rutherford
G
George Santos
J
John Sarbanes
D
David Schweikert
P
Pete Sessions
A
Abigail Spanberger
M
Michelle Steel
C
Chris Stewart
E
Eric Swalwell
R
Rashida Tlaib
D
David Trone
N
Nydia Velázquez
M
Michael Waltz
D
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
B
Brad Wenstrup
J
Jennifer Wexton
S
Susan Wild
B
Brandon Williams
Not Voting (12)
R
Raúl Grijalva
G
Greg Pence
D
Dean Phillips
