A VA privatization pilot in Congress could weaken veterans’ care, degrade quality, and cost taxpayers over $100 billion a year, experts warn.
VA says the contract will increase oversight and competition in the private sector care it pays for, which now makes up more than 40% of all veterans' care.
VA will invest $4.8 billion in FY 2026 to modernize healthcare facilities, EHR systems and infrastructure for veterans.