A $5000 cap on allied health payments for veterans has been removed after the parliament unanimously rejected the proposal. The decision comes as part of broader discussions on healthcare funding and support for military personnel. The Labor government had proposed the cap as part of its budget measures, aiming to control healthcare costs. However, the proposal faced strong opposition from veteran advocacy groups and opposition parties. The move has been welcomed by veterans' organizations, who argue the cap would have limited access to essential services. The debate highlights ongoing tensions over healthcare policy and the prioritization of veteran care. The government has not yet announced plans to replace the scrapped cap with alternative measures.