Veterans (Veteran Benefits)

in committee · United States · Senate Jul 30, 2026

S 5177: New Mexico Rural Veteran Health Care Access Act

This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to redraw the boundaries of Veterans Integrated Service Network 17 within 180 days of enactment. The change specifically includes Otero County and Eddy County in New Mexico, ensuring these rural areas fall under the oversight of that network. By integrating these counties into the existing network, the legislation aims to standardize how rural veterans receive health care coordination and services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves access to healthcare for rural veterans by integrating counties into a Veterans Integrated Service Network.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill improves rural veteran healthcare access by expanding VA network boundaries to include underserved counties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9862: Responsible Artificial Intelligence for Veterans Act of 2026

The Responsible Artificial Intelligence for Veterans Act of 2026 requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to hire an independent research center to evaluate artificial intelligence tools currently used or being developed for patient care within the Veterans Health Administration. This evaluation will focus on five specific high-risk systems to assess their safety, accuracy, fairness, and how well they integrate with existing medical workflows. The law mandates that the findings be reported to Congress within a year, followed by a detailed plan from the VA to address any identified risks or gaps in oversight. Additionally, a government auditor will review both the evaluation and the VA's response plan to ensure accountability, all without requesting new funding for the initiative.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates safety and accuracy evaluations of AI tools in patient care, protecting patient rights and improving healthcare system reliability.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates evaluation of AI tools to ensure safety, accuracy, and fairness, protecting veterans from harmful technology.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates evaluation of AI tools to ensure safety and accuracy in veteran healthcare, directly protecting and strengthening VA services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4901: Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2026

The Preventing Crimes Against Veterans Act of 2026 adds a new federal crime specifically targeting fraud related to veterans' benefits. This law makes it a punishable offense for anyone to knowingly execute a scheme designed to defraud an individual of these benefits or to help them obtain them falsely. Directly affecting fraudsters, the bill establishes that violators could face fines, imprisonment of up to five years, or both penalties. It defines "veterans' benefits" broadly to include any federal assistance provided to veterans, their dependents, or survivors. By amending the United States Code, the legislation creates a distinct legal tool to prosecute such financial deceptions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill creates new federal crimes against veterans' fraud, strengthening law enforcement and protecting victims.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill strengthens protections against fraud targeting veterans' benefits, ensuring they receive rightful support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9861: Veteran’s Surviving Spouse Parity Act of 2026

The Veteran's Surviving Spouse Parity Act of 2026 expands eligibility for specific mortgage tax benefits to include spouses and surviving spouses of veterans who are legally treated as veterans themselves. This change allows these individuals to qualify for the three-year ownership look-back exception when purchasing qualified mortgage bonds or using mortgage credit certificates. To support this, the Department of the Treasury will work with the Department of Veterans Affairs to issue clear guidance on how to determine veteran status for these programs, including rules regarding remarriage. The new provisions will take effect for any bonds or certificates issued after December 31, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax benefits for surviving spouses of veterans, providing financial relief and promoting fiscal support for a specific demographic.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands eligibility for mortgage tax benefits to surviving spouses of veterans, strengthening financial support for their families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Military Families Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 5013: Veteran Acquired Brain Injury Caregiving Act

The Veteran Acquired Brain Injury Caregiving Act establishes a five-year pilot program allowing veterans with acquired brain injuries to use existing Veteran-Directed Care funds to hire care from specific nonprofit organizations. The Department of Veterans Affairs must select at least five medical centers to administer this program and will report annually on the number of participating veterans and nonprofits, along with an evaluation of clinical outcomes and satisfaction. This legislation directly affects veterans who have been clinically assessed for acquired brain injuries and are already eligible for the Veteran-Directed Care program, expanding their options for care providers.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands access to care by allowing veterans to hire nonprofit caregivers and requires VA to select medical centers to administer the program.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a pilot program to expand care options for veterans with brain injuries using existing funds.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jul 14, 2026

HR 9666: AIR CARE for Vets Act of 2026

The AIR CARE for Vets Act of 2026 directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to run a five-year pilot program using specialized software to detect respiratory disorders and lung diseases in veterans receiving care at VA facilities. To implement this, the VA will lease FDA-approved four-dimensional functional lung imaging software from eligible developers to analyze lung function data. The program is funded with up to $25 million over five years, and the VA must submit a report to Congress two years after the pilot ends to evaluate its effectiveness.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $25M to VA for a pilot program improving respiratory disorder detection, enhancing patient care access.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds and mandates the use of specialized software to detect respiratory disorders, directly advancing technology application in healthcare.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill funds a pilot program to improve veteran healthcare by detecting respiratory disorders via specialized software.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House Jun 23, 2026

HR 8841: Veteran Scam Victims Foundation Act

This bill establishes the Veteran Scam Victims Foundation, a private nonprofit corporation designed to help prevent veterans and their families from falling victim to scams. The foundation will operate independently of the federal government but will work in coordination with the Department of Veterans Affairs to accept private donations and run educational programs or support services for affected individuals. A governing board will be formed with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs as chairman and six additional members appointed by various federal agency heads to oversee the organization's activities. The legislation explicitly states that the foundation cannot provide direct monetary compensation for financial losses and will not be liable for any debts or actions taken by the foundation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a foundation to prevent scams and support veterans and families, directly protecting their interests.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jul 13, 2026

HRES 1377: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1181) to prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring the use of or assigning merchant category codes that distinguish a firearms retailer from general-merchandise retailer or sporting-goods retailer, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9022) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8595) making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9237) to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, and other Federal laws, to improve benefits for veterans and the administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

This resolution provides for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 1181) to prohibit payment card networks and covered entities from requiring the use of or assigning merchant category codes that distinguish a firearms retailer from general-merchandise retailer or sporting-goods retailer, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9022) making appropriations for energy and water development and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8595) making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes; and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 9237) to amend titles 10 and 38, United States Code, and other Federal laws, to improve benefits for veterans and the administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes H.R. 9237 to amend laws improving benefits for veterans and the administration of the Department of Veterans Affairs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9510: VHA OPEN Policies Act of 2026

The VHA OPEN Policies Act of 2026 requires the Veterans Health Administration to publish all its national policies, such as directives and handbooks, on a public website within 90 days of enactment. This rule also mandates that any new or revised policies be added to the site within 30 days of their creation. The legislation directly affects the VA's health administration by making internal guidance accessible to the public and ensuring consistent, up-to-date information is available online.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill increases transparency by mandating public access to VA health policies, improving patient understanding and oversight of healthcare services.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates public access to VA health policies online, enhancing transparency and digital accessibility for veterans.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill increases transparency of VA healthcare policies, enabling veterans to better understand and access their benefits and services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jul 6, 2026

HR 9406: To amend title 38, United States Code, to eliminate the cap on the number of waivers to certain pay limitations that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs may issue for critical health care personnel of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

This bill removes the annual limit on the number of pay waivers the Secretary of Veterans Affairs can issue to critical health care workers. Currently, there is a cap on how many times these specific employees can receive temporary pay increases above the standard rate, which this legislation aims to eliminate. By deleting the relevant restriction in the U.S. Code, the measure allows the Department of Veterans Affairs to grant these salary adjustments without a numerical ceiling. The change directly affects VA medical staff and administrators who manage compensation for essential healthcare roles.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill removes pay caps for VA critical healthcare personnel, enabling higher salaries to improve staff retention and patient care access.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill removes caps on pay increases for VA healthcare workers, directly supporting worker compensation and benefits.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill removes caps on pay waivers for VA healthcare personnel, improving ability to recruit and retain critical staff who serve veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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