VA to Invest $4.8 Billion in Healthcare Infrastructure
The VA announced today that it will be allocating $4.8 billion in fiscal year 2026 to modernize, repair and upgrade its health care facilities under the Veterans Health Administration’s Non-Recurring Maintenance program (NRM).
The NRM program funds one-time maintenance projects for VA facilities, equipment, and infrastructure that are not part of routine, recurring maintenance. These projects include significant maintenance, replacements, or upgrades needed to maintain operational capability and advance healthcare delivery for veterans who rely on VA disability benefits. The $4.8 billion investment will be the largest single-year investment in the NRM in VA’s history.
The VA has announced that this investment will include:
· $2.8 billion to repair and upgrade outdated infrastructure systems in medical facilities.
· $1 billion for maintenance and modernization of electronic health record systems, including facility preparation for future electronic health record modernization updates.
· $500 million for major building upgrades like elevators, electrical systems, and boiler plants.
· $500 million to modernize medical centers for current and future care that serve veterans relying on va disability rates. Here is the full list of projects for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, totaling $468 million. The VA will determine additional projects on a quarterly basis.
Here is the full list of projects for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, totaling $468 million. The VA will determine additional projects on a quarterly basis.
Apply for VA Healthcare Benefits Today
If you are interested in applying for VA healthcare benefits, you can do so in one of five ways:
- Online
You can apply online now.
- By phone
You can apply by phone at 877-222-8387, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET.
- By mail
You can complete the Application for Health Benefits (VA Form 10-10EZ) and mail it here:
Health Eligibility Center
PO Box 5207
Janesville, WI 53547-5207
*Note that you or someone acting as your power of attorney must sign and date the form and:
- If you’re using a power of attorney,you’ll need to submit a copy of the Power of Attorney form along with your application.
- If you sign with an “X,”2 people you know must witness your signature. They’ll also need to sign and print their names on the form.
- In person
You can complete the Application for Health Benefits (VA Form 10-10EZ) and visit your nearest VA medical center or clinic.
- With help from your state organization, an accredited attorney, claims agent, or Veterans Service Organization (VSO) representative.
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