for the duration of the pilot program, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report on the pilot program. (B) Report elements Each report required by subparagraph (A) shall include the following: (i) The findings and conclusions of the Secretary with respect to the pilot program during the 180-day period covered by the report. (ii) An assessment of the benefits of the pilot program to veterans and family members of veterans during the 180-day period covered by the report. (2) Final report Not later than 180 days after the conclusion of the pilot program, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report detailing the recommendations of the Secretary as to the advisability of continuing or expanding the pilot program. (f) Authorization of appropriations There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section.