Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced it will use $77 million to improve health care infrastructure for veterans. Originally, this money was set aside for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations under the Biden administration but was never spent. Now, it will fund several VA projects aimed at enhancing care for veterans.
Key Facts
- The VA will redirect $77 million to improve health care facilities for veterans.
- This money was first allocated for EV charging stations under the Biden administration.
- The VA did not spend any of the funds on the EV project as no chargers were installed.
- The Biden administration supported EV infrastructure through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which did not directly use VA funds.
- VA Secretary Doug Collins made the decision to reallocate these funds on November 6, 2025.
- Projects funded include $10 million for upgrades in Oklahoma City, $21.3 million for renovations in Rhode Island, and $13.8 million for improvements in Mississippi.
- The VA is still deciding how to use the rest of the funds to improve veteran care.
