Caring for Survivors Act of 2025

This bill increases monthly compensation for surviving spouses of veterans by changing how the amount is calculated. Instead of a fixed rate, it sets the payment at 55% of the monthly compensation rate under Section 1114(j) of the U.S. Code. It also includes a special rule ensuring survivors whose veterans died before January 1, 1993, receive the higher of their current benefit or the new calculation. Additionally, it modifies eligibility for survivors of veterans who were totally disabled at death by reducing the required continuous disability rating period from 10 to 5 years.