Today, U.S. Congressman Scott Peters (CA-52) released the following statement following the unanimous passage of his bipartisan legislation to increase transparency and promote competition for Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MSPV) program in the Department of Veterans’ Affairs health care system:

“The House moved quickly to pass this legislation to drive down health care prices for veterans. With the right people at the table to make essential clinical decisions, we can ensure that veterans are getting better access to the quality health care they deserve. I will continue to advocate for common-sense reforms like this one.”

Rep. Peters introduced the legislation earlier in May and joined his Veterans’ Affairs Committee colleagues to pass a series of bipartisan bills that are being considered in the House this week.