A proposed federal budget includes funding to help build a new VA hospital as demand grows in San Antonio.
SAN ANTONIO — A new federal budget proposal could bring major changes to veteran care in San Antonio.
President Donald Trump’s proposed 2027 budget includes $30 million to acquire land for a new Veterans Affairs medical center in the city.
The move aims to replace the aging Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans Hospital and better serve the region’s growing veteran population.
Local leaders have been pushing for improvements to veteran care facilities.
In March, Gina Ortiz Jones and Peter Sakai sent a letter to the Department of Veterans Affairs highlighting concerns about capacity and infrastructure.
They noted the hospital is more than 50 years old and operates one of the busiest emergency departments in the VA system, despite limited space.
Officials also pointed out that nearly two-thirds of veterans in the region are under 64, higher than the national average, signaling a growing need for long-term and specialized care.
The proposal is part of a broader federal budget that emphasizes continued support for veterans nationwide.
The budget must still be approved by Congress before any funding is finalized.