Number: RL34598 Title: Veterans Medical Care: FY2009 Appropriations Authors: Sidath Viranga Panangala, Domestic Social Policy Division Abstract: This report provides background on the veterans health care system, followed by a discussion of the FY2009 VHA budget request, and House and Senate Appropriation Committee action. The report concludes with a discussion of major VHA budget issues. Pages: 45 Date: October 24, 2008