Veterans Administration

Also known at the V.A. or VA or Pittsburgh VA Healthcare System, VA Hospital
==Links==
* Veterans
==Details==
===Pittsburgh VA Receives Federal Healthcare Funding===
Washington, Sep 13, 2006 - The House of Representatives today passed the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Facility Authorization Act of 2006, H.R. 5815, providing funding for VA hospitals and healthcare centers across the country. More than $189 million was included for the Pittsburgh VA Healthcare System.
“As more veterans enter the VA healthcare system, we must continue to honor our commitment to them for their service to our nation,” said Congressman Tim Murphy (PA-18), who supported the bill. “Many of our nation’s VA healthcare facilities are outdated and can no longer meet the needs of an aging veteran population. The funding for Pittsburgh will provide our region’s veterans with state-of-the-art healthcare facilities at the University Drive and H.J. Heinz facilities.
“The money will be used to build new parking garages to provide better access. In addition, mental health, administrative, research, support services, and ambulatory care buildings will be constructed. Many of the other facilities will also be renovated to improve healthcare services in Pittsburgh. This funding will help the Pittsburgh VA Healthcare System continue to be a leader in healthcare technology and services, providing the best available care for our veterans.” 
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