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Monday, January 8, 2018

Trump signs bill opening VA to more investigations






WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump on Wednesday signed legislation allowing for more and faster investigations of Department of Veterans Affairs facilities by permitting nongovernment groups to inspect them.


The bill, titled the Enhancing Veteran Care Act, would allow regional VA officials to enter into contracts with accredited nonprofits to identify and report deficiencies at VA hospitals. It’s the latest move this year in a larger effort by the VA and Congress to bring accountability to VA workers


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https://www.stripes.com/news/trump-signs-bill-opening-va-to-more-investigations-1.503414

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