Heard on the Hill 
Teresa Morris
May 2025

NOVA continues to advocate for all nurses working at VHA facilities.

Since our Hill Day events in March, we remain committed to monitoring legislation and policies that affect VA and those who provide exceptional care to our nation’s Veterans.

As we continue to see changes being made within VHA, please know that NOVA is closely monitoring and communicating with Members and Hill staff about their impact on employees and Veteran care.

As we move into the busy summer months, I encourage all of you to contact your Members of Congress regarding what is happening at your VA facility. Congressional Members and staff continue to reach out with questions about the future of VA healthcare and how these changes affect you and the Veterans you serve. 

Both House and Senate VA Committee sites have links to “tell your story".
Contact Ranking Member - U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs
Submit Your Story | Contact | The House Committee on Veterans' Affairs
U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs

More than ever, your voice is critical during this time. Nurses remain one of the most respected professions across the country and your opinions are valued!

Congress continues to introduce Veterans' legislation and has held several legislative hearings and markups on proposed legislation. NOVA is monitoring the following bills:

HR. 740/S.275, Veterans’ ACCESS Act of 2025
HR. 472, S. 124, Restore VA Accountability Act of 2025
HR 1107, Protecting Veteran Access to Telemedicine Services Act of 2025
HR. 1969, No Wrong Door for Veterans Act/Passed by the House
S. 219, Veterans Health Care Freedom Act
HR. 2234, the Ensuring Veterans Timely Access to Anesthesia Care Act
Senate bill/ Putting Veterans First Act
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Again, I cannot stress the importance of your advocacy and influence. As nurses what you say matters and educating your lawmakers – both House & Senate – as to what you need to provide timely access to high quality healthcare is critical.

Keep advocating for yourselves, Veterans, and the VA System!