Veterans

in committee · United States · House May 26, 2026

HR 9033: Timely Agreements Act

The Timely Agreements Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to approve or reject proposals from State veterans homes regarding shared healthcare resources, such as pharmaceuticals and medical equipment, within 60 days of receipt. If the Department fails to make a decision by that deadline, the proposal is automatically considered approved. Additionally, the bill ensures that providing care to eligible veterans without a formal agreement in place will not be counted as an inspection violation or deficiency. These changes aim to streamline administrative processes and prevent delays in accessing necessary healthcare services for veterans.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill streamlines VA approval processes for shared healthcare resources, improving efficiency and access to medical equipment and pharmaceuticals for veterans.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates timely VA approval of state veteran home resource sharing and prevents penalties for informal care, directly strengthening veteran healthcare access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House Jun 12, 2026

HR 9152: VETRA Act

The VETRA Act directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to run a two-year pilot program aimed at upgrading its digital security systems to better protect veterans' benefits and reduce fraud. Under this initiative, the VA will test new multi-layered identity verification methods on up to three high-use platforms, such as those for disability claims, health care enrollment, and educational benefits. The program requires the use of commercially available, independently certified security tools that adjust verification strictness based on the risk level of each transaction. To ensure accountability, the bill mandates regular reports to Congress on performance metrics and requires an independent evaluation by the Government Accountability Office before deciding whether to expand the system nationwide.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates upgrading digital security systems and implementing identity verification to protect veterans' data and reduce fraud.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill strengthens veteran benefits by upgrading security to protect data and reduce fraud.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House May 29, 2026

HR 9055: Veteran Burial Benefit Correction Act

The Veteran Burial Benefit Correction Act increases the amount of burial and funeral expenses the Department of Veterans Affairs pays to families of veterans who died from service-connected disabilities. Under this bill, the base payment rises from $2,000 to $3,000 and is automatically adjusted each year based on changes in the Consumer Price Index to account for inflation. This legislation directly affects surviving spouses, children, and other eligible dependents of these veterans by ensuring their financial support keeps pace with rising costs over time.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill increases burial benefits for veterans' families and adjusts payments for inflation, directly strengthening support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jun 12, 2026

HR 8971: Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2026

The Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2026 establishes a program to allow noncitizen veterans who were previously removed from or barred from entering the United States to return and obtain permanent resident status. It requires government officials to reopen and terminate removal cases for eligible veterans, provided they were not deported due to violent crimes or serious offenses involving at least five years in prison. The bill also mandates that noncitizen service members and veterans cannot be removed unless convicted of a crime of violence, while granting them access to military benefits and a streamlined path to naturalization. Additionally, the law directs immigration authorities to identify at-risk veterans, seek supervisory approval before initiating removal proceedings against them, and annotate official records with specific details about their military service.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill supports criminal justice reform by offering a pathway to residency for noncitizen veterans, excluding those convicted of serious violent crimes, thereby balancing compassion with public safety.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill allows deported noncitizen veterans to return and obtain permanent resident status, directly protecting immigrant rights and facilitating reintegration.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allows noncitizen veterans to return and obtain permanent resident status, protecting their service and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jun 23, 2026

HR 9135: TDIU Reform Act of 2026

The TDIU Reform Act of 2026 modifies how the Department of Veterans Affairs determines eligibility for total disability compensation based on a veteran's inability to work due to service-connected conditions. It establishes specific criteria where veterans with one disability rated at 60 percent or more, or multiple disabilities combining for 70 percent or more, automatically qualify for a total disability rating. The bill also clarifies that low-income or marginal employment does not disqualify a veteran from receiving these benefits and requires detailed reviews for those who do not meet the automatic thresholds. Additionally, the legislation sets an age limit, prohibiting the payment of this specific compensation to veterans who are 67 or older and who first received the benefit on or after December 31, 2026.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands disability compensation eligibility and protects low-income employment status for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House May 26, 2026

HR 9024: Harry Lew and Danny Chen Military Justice Reform Act

This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to study whether the military justice system needs a specific law against hazing. The Department must examine how to add a new section to the Uniform Code of Military Justice and create a clear definition for what counts as hazing. Within 180 days of passing, the Secretary must submit a report with their findings and recommendations to Congress. This action directly impacts the Department of Defense and the legislative committees overseeing military affairs.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill proposes studying and defining hazing to improve military justice system accountability and protect service members.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill aims to reform military justice by addressing hazing, which protects service members and veterans from abuse and strengthens the military justice system.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House May 21, 2026

HR 8963: Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula Congressional Gold Medal Act

This bill authorizes the posthumous presentation of a Congressional Gold Medal to the family of Lance Corporal Dustin Sekula, a Marine who died in Iraq in 2004. It directs the Speaker of the House and the President pro tempore of the Senate to arrange for the medal's presentation and instructs the Secretary of the Treasury to design and strike the gold medal along with duplicate bronze versions. The legislation also establishes that funds from the sale of the bronze medals will be deposited into the United States Mint Public Enterprise Fund to cover production costs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a fallen Marine with a Congressional Gold Medal, recognizing veteran service and sacrifice.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9237: Take Care of America’s Veterans Act

The Take Care of America's Veterans Act is a comprehensive legislative bill designed to improve benefits, healthcare access, and administrative efficiency for veterans and their families. The bill directly affects veterans, their surviving spouses, caregivers, and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Key provisions include expanding disability compensation for combat-related retirees, allowing remarried surviving spouses to retain certain survivor benefits, and increasing compensation rates for specific disability conditions like sleep apnea and tinnitus. The legislation also mandates significant healthcare improvements, such as establishing a pilot program to coordinate care between the VA and Medicare, creating a formulary for prosthetic items, and requiring the VA to provide lactation spaces in all medical centers. Additionally, the bill introduces administrative reforms to speed up claims processing, prohibit denying claims solely for missed medical appointments, and enhance oversight of the VA's disability rating system.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands disability compensation and improves healthcare access for veterans and families, directly strengthening health services.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly aims to improve benefits, healthcare access, and administrative efficiency for veterans and their families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Mental Health Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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passed · United States · Senate Jun 8, 2026

SRES 758: A resolution expressing support for the designation of the month of June 2026 as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month" and June 27, 2026, as "National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day".

This resolution expresses support for designating June 2026 as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Month and June 27, 2026, as National Post-Traumatic Stress Awareness Day. The bill aims to raise public awareness about post-traumatic stress among military members, veterans, and their families while working to reduce the stigma often associated with the condition. By highlighting the importance of education and treatment, the resolution encourages government agencies and the medical community to continue their efforts in addressing the mental health challenges faced by those who have served.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill designates awareness month for PTSD, directly supporting mental health services and reducing stigma.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill raises awareness and reduces stigma for veterans' mental health, aligning with support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Memorials & Recognition Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House May 19, 2026

HR 8909: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 15422 NY 104 in Martville, New York, as the "Sergeant Staret J. Ingleston Memorial Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 15422 NY 104 in Martville, New York, as the "Sergeant Staret J. Ingleston Memorial Post Office Building".

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a post office as a memorial for Sergeant Staret J. Ingleston, a veteran, which constitutes recognition of veteran service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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