S. 2171: A bill 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.
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-06-25 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] |
| Policy area | Armed Forces and National Security |
| Cosponsors | 3 |
| Latest action | 2025-06-25 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text: CR S3534) |
| Last updated | 2026-03-30 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-06-25):
This bill prohibits smoking on the premises of any Veterans Health Administration facility. The bill defines smoking as the use of cigarettes, cigars, and pipes (i.e., the heating or combustion of tobacco), as well as the use of any electronic nicotine delivery system.
Cosponsors (3)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Susan M. Collins | R ME (original cosponsor) 2025-06-25 |
| Cory A. Booker | D NJ (original cosponsor) 2025-06-25 |
| Patty Murray | D WA (original cosponsor) 2025-06-25 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 2171 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
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Frequently asked questions
What is S. 2171?
S. 2171 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: A bill 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..
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 2171 are available on congress.gov.
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