To amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit smoking on the premises of any facility of the Veterans Health Administration, and for other purposes.

# Plain Language Summary: HR 3855 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would ban smoking at all Veterans Health Administration (VA) medical facilities across the country. The smoking ban would cover traditional tobacco products like cigarettes, cigars, and pipes, as well as e-cigarettes and vaping devices. Essentially, no one—whether patients, visitors, or staff—would be allowed to smoke anywhere on VA hospital or clinic grounds. **Who It Affects** The bill directly impacts veterans who receive medical care at VA facilities, VA employees, and visitors to these locations.

It could also affect veterans who currently smoke and use VA facilities, as they would need to step off VA property to smoke. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative Neal Dunn (R-FL) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it hasn't yet been debated or voted on by the full House. No specific timeline for action has been set. Many VA facilities already have smoking restrictions in place, so this bill would standardize and enforce a comprehensive nationwide policy.