Veterans

in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 4283: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1157 West Mission Avenue in Escondido, California, as the "Captain E. Royce Williams Post Office Building".

HR 4283 designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 1157 West Mission Avenue in Escondido, California, as the "Captain E. Royce Williams Post Office Building." The bill updates all official references (laws, maps, documents) to this specific post office to use the new name. This is a ceremonial naming bill with no policy changes or direct impact on citizens' rights or obligations. It affects only the postal facility's official designation and related records.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a veteran by naming a post office after Captain E. Royce Williams, providing recognition and commemoration of veteran service.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jan 7, 2026

HR 6968: Immersive Technology for the American Workforce Act of 2025

HR 6968, the *Immersive Technology for the American Workforce Act of 2025*, provides $50 million annually (2026-2035) for federal grants to fund training programs using virtual reality, augmented reality, and similar immersive technologies. The bill directly affects eligible entities like community colleges, industry partnerships, and career schools that create career pathways for workers in high-demand fields, including veterans, individuals with disabilities, and those in rural areas or declining industries. Key provisions require grantees to align programs with state workforce plans, report on participant outcomes, and prioritize partnerships with employers hiring program graduates. The law aims to expand access to tech-enhanced training for economic self-sufficiency, with grants lasting up to 5 years and requiring public sharing of best practices.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill allocates $50M annually for immersive technology training programs in educational institutions, expanding access and modernizing workforce education.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds VR/AR training for high-demand jobs, advancing workforce development and employment standards for veterans, disabled workers, and rural communities.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds VR/AR training programs for workforce development, directly advancing immersive technology adoption in career pathways.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allocates $50M annually for training programs specifically including veterans, supporting veteran employment through immersive technology grants.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Public Employees Workforce Development Emerging Technology

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passed · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 7365: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1225 Kempsville Road in Virginia Beach, Virginia, as the "Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1225 Kempsville Road in Virginia Beach, Virginia, as the "Colonel Edward Shames Post Office Building".

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a veteran through naming a post office building after Colonel Edward Shames, providing recognition and commemoration of veteran service.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2026

HR 7495: To authorize the establishment of memorials to the Wisconsin infantry officers and enlisted men who fought in the Battle of Antietam and the Second Battle of Bull Run, and for other purposes.

This bill authorizes the establishment of two memorials honoring Wisconsin infantry regiments at Civil War battle sites. It directs the Secretary of the Interior to approve locations within Antietam National Battlefield for regiments that fought at Antietam (1862) and within Manassas National Battlefield Park for regiments that fought at the Second Battle of Bull Run (1862). The memorials must be funded and built by private entities - no federal funds may be used for design, acquisition, site preparation, or installation - and the National Park Service will assume maintenance responsibility after installation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill authorizes establishment of memorials honoring Wisconsin infantry veterans from Civil War battles, recognizing their service and sacrifice.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 2785: A Chance To Serve Act

This bill, the "A Chance To Serve Act," provides expanded benefits for Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers. It extends job eligibility for 3 years after service, increases readjustment allowances from $125 to $425, and provides one year of health care coverage after service. The bill also suspends student loan payments and interest during service, doubles the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, and ensures no discrimination based on immigration status. Additionally, it increases living allowances to 200% of the poverty line and expands student loan forgiveness for national service. These changes directly benefit current and former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDoubles Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, directly increasing funding for higher education access and student financial support.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly prohibits discrimination based on immigration status, directly protecting immigrant rights within volunteer program benefits.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands benefits for volunteers including increased allowances, health care, education awards, and anti-discrimination protections, directly supporting post-service employment transition and worker benefits.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands benefits, healthcare coverage, and education awards for Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers, directly strengthening veteran support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Jul 30, 2025

HRES 618: Commending the Coast Guard, Air Station Corpus Christi, and the crew of CG-6553 for their heroic efforts and courageous response to the catastrophic flooding across central Texas.

This resolution (HRES 618) formally commends the U.S. Coast Guard, specifically Air Station Corpus Christi and the crew of helicopter CG-6553 (including Lt. Ian Hopper, Lt. Blair Ogujiofor, AMT3 Seth Reeves, and AST3 Scott Ruskan) for their rescue efforts during the July 4, 2025, catastrophic flooding in Texas. The bill highlights their actions in saving 165 lives and evacuating 15 people amid rapidly rising rivers and severe weather, including 3 aborted landing attempts due to poor conditions. It recognizes their response as one of the most consequential rescue operations in U.S. history, emphasizing Coast Guard professionalism during the disaster. As a commemorative resolution, it does not enact policy but serves as a formal expression of gratitude to the Coast Guard personnel and all first responders.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill commends Coast Guard personnel for heroic rescue efforts, recognizing veteran service and achievements.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 17, 2025

S 2338: Strengthening Local Food Security Act of 2025

The Strengthening Local Food Security Act of 2025 establishes a federal program to help states, tribes, territories, and local governments purchase food directly from small and mid-sized farmers, ranchers, and veterans within their communities. It requires eligible governments to spend at least 51% of funds on food from "covered producers" (including underserved farmers) within 400 miles of where food is delivered, prioritizing distribution to underserved communities with limited food access. The program allocates $200 million annually in mandatory funding, mandates 50% advance payment to governments for food purchases, and requires food safety training support for producers. This directly affects local food systems by expanding economic opportunities for small producers while increasing access to fresh, locally sourced food in schools and hunger relief programs.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill includes veterans as eligible covered producers, enabling them to sell food through state/local programs, supporting veteran employment and economic benefits.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Feb 6, 2025

HR 1096: HOPE and Mental Wellbeing Act of 2025

This bill, the HOPE and Mental Wellbeing Act of 2025 (HR 1096), requires Medicare and Medicaid to cover the first three primary care visits annually without cost-sharing (like deductibles or copays), starting in 2026. It defines "primary care visit" to explicitly include mental health services, ensuring beneficiaries can access initial mental and physical health care without financial barriers. The provision applies to all Medicare Part B beneficiaries, Medicare Advantage enrollees, and Medicaid recipients nationwide. This policy change directly affects millions of older adults, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals who rely on these programs for healthcare.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates no-cost primary care visits including mental health under Medicare/Medicaid, removing financial barriers for initial physical and mental health access.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands healthcare coverage to include mental health services under Medicare/Medicaid, which benefits veterans who rely on these programs for healthcare access.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Mental Health Primary Care

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passed · United States · House Sep 14, 2026

HR 6020: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 14855 South Van Dyke Road in Plainfield, Illinois, as the "Staff Sergeant Jose Dueñez Jr. Post Office Building".

This bill designates the U.S. Postal Service facility at 14855 South Van Dyke Road in Plainfield, Illinois, as the "Staff Sergeant Jose Dueñez Jr. Post Office Building." It directly affects the postal facility and all official references to it. The key provision requires that any future law, document, or record referring to the location must use the new name. This is a purely procedural renaming with no funding, policy changes, or impact beyond official nomenclature.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill honors a veteran by naming a post office after Staff Sergeant Jose Dueñez Jr., providing recognition and commemoration of veteran service.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Dec 5, 2025

HR 6429: Expanding Cybersecurity Workforce Act of 2025

The Expanding Cybersecurity Workforce Act of 2025 establishes a new program under CISA to promote cybersecurity careers to underrepresented groups, including racial and ethnic minorities, veterans, formerly incarcerated individuals, people with disabilities, older adults (40+), and those from low-income or nontraditional educational backgrounds (like community colleges or HBCUs). The program requires CISA to tailor outreach to regional needs, partner with schools, unions, and community organizations, and report annually on workforce impact. It authorizes $20 million annually for fiscal years 2026-2031 to support these efforts, aiming to diversify the cybersecurity workforce through targeted recruitment and training.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill partners with schools and HBCUs to promote cybersecurity careers for underrepresented groups, expanding educational access and workforce opportunities in higher education.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands cybersecurity career opportunities for underrepresented groups (minorities, veterans, formerly incarcerated), advancing workforce inclusion and employment standards per Labor & Employment topic.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes CISA program to expand cybersecurity workforce, directly enhancing cybersecurity capacity through targeted recruitment of underrepresented groups.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes veterans as a target group for a new cybersecurity career program under CISA, expanding employment opportunities and workforce inclusion.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development Cybersecurity

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