The bill amends R.S. 29:381 to update the authority of the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding the operation and maintenance of healthcare facilities for war veterans. The term "health care" is changed to "healthcare," and the eligibility criteria are expanded to include certain nonveterans, National Guard members, or reservists who were not called to duty under Title 10 of the United States Code. The definition of "war veterans" remains focused on ex-service persons discharged under honorable conditions who served during recognized wartime periods.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the facilities will cater not only to war veterans with psychiatric and geriatric conditions but also to other veterans and nonveterans deemed eligible under Title 38 of the United States Code. This legislative change aims to enhance the support and services available to a broader range of individuals connected to military service, ensuring that more people can access necessary healthcare resources.

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