A bill to amend section 1710 of title 38, United States Code, to extend the eligibility for health care of veterans who served in Southwest Asia during the Persian Gulf War.

This bill would extend the period during which Persian Gulf War veterans are eligible for certain types of health care through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Specifically, it allows veterans who served in Southwest Asia to continue receiving hospital, nursing home, and residential rehabilitation services until December 31, 2011. The practical impact is that these veterans would maintain access to essential medical and long-term care facilities for an additional period, helping to address health issues that may arise years after their service.