Summary

Expands who VA can use to deliver community care by adding nurse registries as eligible providers and defining what a “nurse registry” is. It requires these registries to meet any State licensure rules. This makes it easier for veterans to get in‑home nursing and personal care through the VA’s community care network by tapping more local caregiver options. It does not create new spending or change veteran eligibility for care.

Key Points

• Recognizes nurse registries as eligible sources of care in the VA community care program.
• Covers nursing and home‑care personnel who furnish services through registries.
• Defines “nurse registry” and requires compliance with State licensure rules.
• Expands the VA’s network for in‑home nursing and personal care services.
• No new appropriations or changes to veteran eligibility.
• VA may need to update contracting and credentialing processes to include registries.
• Intended to improve access and flexibility for veterans needing at‑home care.
• Relies on existing State oversight for registry licensure and standards.

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