Joseph Robinette Biden

“ President Biden has called for $3 billion to address immediate infrastructure needs within VA health care facilities, such as upgrades to support the growing number of women veterans, improvements to utility and building systems for more energy efficient operations, and enhancements to facility access to accommodate aging veterans. ”

“ In addition to a $10 billion investment in enforcement as part of the plan’s workforce proposals, the President is calling for increased penalties when employers violate workplace safety and health rules. Target workforce development opportunities in underserved communities. ”

“ This funding will also accelerate ongoing major construction projects to provide access to high quality health care more quickly. President Biden has requested $15 billion to replace outdated medical centers with state-of-the-art facilities to provide our veterans the care they deserve. These funds will help replace aging facilities, incorporate a person-centered approach, and adopt best practices from across the U.S. healthcare system. ”

“ This funding will support replacement of approximately 10-15 of the highest priority facilities. Create Quality Jobs for Veterans and their Spouses
Roughly 200,000 service members transition from military service each year, the majority of whom will enter the civilian labor force. Many veterans have experienced unemployment and other economic challenges due to the pandemic. President Biden believes all veterans and their spouses deserve civilian lives of opportunity with education and jobs worthy of their skills and talents. ”