S.599

DRIVE Act of 2025 Driver Reimbursement Increase for Veteran Equity Act of 2025

Introduced·2/13/25

The DRIVE Act of 2025 increases the mileage reimbursement rate for veterans' health-related travel under the VA's Beneficiary Travel program.

The DRIVE Act of 2025 amends title 38, United States Code, to enhance the mileage rate offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs for health-related travel under their Beneficiary Travel program. The bill mandates that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs ensure the mileage rate is equal to or greater than the rate for government employees on official business. Additionally, it requires the Secretary to process reimbursement requests within 90 days of proper submission. This change aims to provide equitable reimbursement for veterans traveling for healthcare services.

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Where it stands

Current
Veterans' Affairs Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 21, 2025

4:00 PM

Senate Veterans' Affairs Hearing

History

May 21, 2025

Senate

Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 119-86.

Feb 13, 2025

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.