Veterans (Military Families)

in committee · United States · House Jun 23, 2026

HR 9413: Military Family Limb Loss Support Act

The Military Family Limb Loss Support Act directs the Department of Defense to create a new program starting in fiscal year 2028 to assist military dependents who have lost a limb or have a limb difference. This initiative will provide peer mentoring, education on limb care, and support for community reintegration through partnerships with experienced organizations. The law requires the Secretary of Defense to submit an implementation plan within 180 days and submit annual reports detailing the number of families served, services provided, and any gaps in coverage.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill creates a new program to assist military dependents with limb loss through peer mentoring, education, and reintegration support, directly advancing healthcare services.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill creates a new DoD program to assist military dependents with limb loss, providing mentoring, education, and reintegration support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families Veteran Healthcare

Track

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 15, 2026

S 4783: COMPASS Act

The COMPASS Act expands protections for military families by updating the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to address homeschooling requirements during permanent moves. It ensures that a military child's home education is considered compliant with the laws of their new location if they were already following the rules of their legal residence state. This change aims to reduce administrative burdens and prevent conflicting state regulations from penalizing families when they relocate due to military orders. By clarifying these rules, the bill seeks to support family stability and ensure uninterrupted schooling for military-connected students.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects military families' right to homeschool during moves, reducing administrative burdens and preventing penalties for compliant home education.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands protections for military families by easing homeschooling rules during moves, directly supporting veterans and their dependents.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families

Track

in committee · United States · House Jul 6, 2026

HR 9351: COMPASS Act

The COMPASS Act expands protections for military families under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to ensure uninterrupted schooling during permanent relocations. It allows a dependent child of a servicemember to be considered compliant with a new state's homeschooling laws if they were already following the rules of their previous state or their legal residence. This change aims to reduce administrative burdens and prevent conflicting state requirements from penalizing military families who move frequently. By aligning these rules with existing federal protections, the bill seeks to support family stability and the readiness of servicemembers during transitions.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects military families' access to education by streamlining homeschooling compliance during relocations, preventing administrative barriers.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands protections for military families and reduces administrative burdens during relocations, directly supporting veteran and dependent welfare.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families National Guard & Reserve Veteran Education

Track

in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9475: National Task Force on Caregiving Youth of Veterans Act.

This bill establishes a National Task Force on Caregiving Youth of Veterans to address the needs of individuals under 26 who provide unpaid care to veterans or active-duty service members with disabilities or illnesses. The task force will include representatives from federal agencies such as the Department of Veterans Affairs, Health and Human Services, Education, and Defense, along with nonprofit advocates. Its primary duties involve conducting a national study on the prevalence and impacts of caregiving, consulting with stakeholders, and developing policy recommendations to improve access to education, mental health support, and financial assistance. Additionally, the group aims to create a standardized database to track these youths and coordinate better support across federal, state, and local resources before the task force concludes its work five years after enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a task force to study and address the needs of youth caregivers, implying support for healthcare access and services for this vulnerable group.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a task force to study and address the needs of youth caregivers for veterans, aiming to improve support systems.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Military Families National Guard & Reserve Veteran Healthcare

Track

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 9, 2026

S 4718: Restore Military Families’ Voices Act

The Restore Military Families' Voices Act prohibits landlords of privatized military housing from asking tenants to sign nondisclosure agreements regarding their living conditions. It expands protections against retaliation by allowing tenants to report issues to the Chief Housing Officer, inspectors general, and members of Congress without fear of reprisal from their landlords or the chain of command. The bill also requires the Inspector General to notify military department secretaries and congressional committees within ten business days of receiving a retaliation report. These changes directly affect families renting privatized housing units and the organizations responsible for overseeing those properties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant protections by banning NDAs and preventing retaliation for reporting housing issues.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill protects military families from retaliation and expands reporting channels for housing issues, directly supporting veteran welfare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families Veteran Housing

Track

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 4694: Maternal Health for Veterans Act

The Maternal Health for Veterans Act establishes a new program within the Department of Veterans Affairs to coordinate maternity care for enrolled veterans from the start of pregnancy through 12 months after birth. This initiative requires the VA to systematically track mental health screenings, implement performance goals to improve care quality, and provide specialized training to community providers regarding the unique needs of veterans with service-related mental or behavioral health conditions. Additionally, the bill mandates annual reports detailing maternal health outcomes, such as mortality and severe morbidity, broken down by demographics like race, disability status, and rural residence to address specific disparities. The legislation also updates legal definitions for terms like "maternal mortality" and repeals a previous section of the Protecting Moms Who Served Act to align with these new requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a new VA program to coordinate maternity care, track mental health screenings, and improve care quality for veterans.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a new VA program to coordinate maternity care, improve quality, and provide specialized training for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Women's Health Military Families Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

Track

in committee · United States · House Jun 9, 2026

HR 9220: Restore Military Families’ Voices Act

The Restore Military Families' Voices Act prohibits landlords of privatized military housing from asking tenants or prospective tenants to sign nondisclosure agreements regarding their living conditions. It expands protections against retaliation by allowing tenants to report issues to the Department of Defense, the Chief Housing Officer, inspectors general, and members of Congress without fear of reprisal. The bill also requires inspectors general to notify relevant military leaders and congressional committees within 10 business days after receiving a retaliation report. These changes directly affect service members and their families living in privately managed housing units on military bases.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens tenant protections by banning NDA requirements and preventing retaliation for reporting housing issues.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill protects veterans' housing rights by banning NDAs and enabling retaliation-free reporting of living conditions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families Veteran Housing

Track

in committee · United States · House Jun 4, 2026

HR 9140: MEDIC Careers Act of 2026

The MEDIC Careers Act of 2026 aims to help military medics transition into civilian healthcare jobs by requiring the Department of Defense to identify barriers and develop a plan for better credential recognition and training. Under the bill, the Secretary of Defense must work with federal agencies and states to address issues like standardized credentials, accelerated training programs, and access to information about state licensing requirements. Additionally, the act creates a pilot program that provides grants to healthcare providers in rural and underserved areas to hire, train, and retain separating service members. These grants, capped at $600,000 initially, can be used for hiring assistance, licensing support, and coordination with transition services, with funding authorized through fiscal year 2031.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill aims to improve credential recognition and training for military medics transitioning to civilian healthcare, enhancing workforce access.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill facilitates military medic transitions to civilian jobs by improving credential recognition and training access, directly supporting employment standards and workforce mobility.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill facilitates veteran employment by improving credential recognition and training for military medics transitioning to civilian healthcare.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

Track

in committee · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2026

SRES 691: A resolution supporting the designation of April 2026 as the "Month of the Military Child".

This resolution asks the Senate to recognize April 2026 as the 'Month of the Military Child' to honor the over 1.6 million children connected to the military. It encourages the public to observe this month with ceremonies and activities that show appreciation for these families. The bill does not create any new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the contributions of military children.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors military children, whose parents are veterans, through symbolic recognition of their contributions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Military Families National Guard & Reserve Tags Children

Track

in committee · United States · House Jun 2, 2026

HRES 1332: Supporting the designation of February 1, as "Blue Star Mother's Day".

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' support for designating February 1 as Blue Star Mother's Day to honor the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. The bill recognizes the organization's long history of supporting military families and its ongoing efforts to aid deployed service members and veterans. By encouraging the public to observe this day, the measure aims to highlight the contributions of these mothers without changing any laws or government operations.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors mothers supporting military families and recognizes contributions of service members and veterans.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Military Families

Track