Summary

Makes the Department of Veterans Affairs’ pilot program for accepting donated facilities and related improvements permanent. It moves this authority into title 38 of the U.S. Code as a new section and updates the wording for clarity. The change takes effect on December 16, 2026. It does not appropriate new funds or change taxes; it simply gives VA ongoing authority to accept in‑kind capital donations to improve VA facilities, which can help deliver projects faster and at lower cost to taxpayers.

Key Points

• Makes permanent a VA pilot program that allows acceptance of donated facilities and related improvements.
• Moves the authority into title 38 as a new section (38 U.S.C. 8104A).
• Cleans up and consolidates prior statutory language governing the pilot.
• Sets a uniform effective date of December 16, 2026.
• Does not appropriate funds or change taxes; relies on donated capital assets.
• Enables potential faster delivery of VA facility projects using non‑appropriated contributions.
• Affects VA operations, construction planning, and facilities management.
• No explicit mandates on states or local governments.

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