Veterans (Veteran Benefits)

in committee · United States · House May 14, 2026

HR 7950: To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish the Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs in the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

This bill creates a new Office of Congressional and Legislative Affairs within the Department of Veterans Affairs to serve as the main point of contact between the department and Congress. The office will be led by an Assistant Secretary appointed by the President and will be split into two roles: one focusing on developing legislative positions and another managing the logistics of responding to congressional requests. The bill establishes specific timelines for answering congressional information requests, requiring acknowledgment within two days, a production plan within five days, and full responses within 45 days. It also mandates that at least 65 percent of the office's staff be career civil servants rather than political appointees to ensure operational stability. Additionally, the legislation includes penalties for missing response deadlines, such as restrictions on spending office funds and a mandatory review by the department's Inspector General.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes new office within VA to improve congressional relations and communication, enhancing veteran services administration and oversight.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8199: SCHEDULES Act of 2026

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to set a standard for how quickly veterans receive appointments after being referred for care, whether at VA facilities or through community providers. The VA Secretary must publish this standard in the Federal Register and report to Congress quarterly on how many referrals meet the timing requirement, broken down by service type and medical center performance. Each report must also include a ranking of VA medical centers from best to worst in meeting the standard, with data available to the public on a VA website. The VA must update the standard as scheduling processes change and include annual progress reports on steps taken to improve care timeliness.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves patient access by requiring VA to set appointment timing standards and report performance, strengthening healthcare delivery for veterans.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates VA to set appointment wait time standards and report performance, improving veterans' healthcare access and accountability.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 7976: Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act

This bill, known as the Moral Injury Recognition and Restitution Act, changes how the Department of Veterans Affairs handles compensation claims for veterans affected by military sexual trauma. It allows veterans who receive approved claims for mental health conditions or physical injuries caused by such trauma to receive back pay starting from the day after their military discharge rather than from the date their claim was filed. The legislation defines military sexual trauma according to existing legal standards and includes both mental health conditions and physical disabilities resulting from or worsened by the trauma. This change applies retroactively to eligible veterans who have already been approved for compensation benefits.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands mental health compensation for veterans affected by military sexual trauma, improving access to healthcare benefits and financial restitution.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands VA compensation benefits for veterans affected by military sexual trauma by allowing back pay from discharge date instead of claim filing date.95% confidence

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

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 4231: A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to increase flexibility in the transferability of Post-9/11 Educational Assistance, and for other purposes.

This bill modifies the Post-9/11 GI Bill to allow service members to transfer their education benefits to family members under new conditions. It removes the requirement that family members must wait until the service member is no longer in the military to receive the transferred benefits, allowing transfers to happen at any time. The legislation also changes the minimum service requirement for transferring benefits from six years to a different threshold, though the exact new requirement is not fully detailed in the provided text. These changes directly affect military personnel who wish to give their education assistance to spouses or dependents. The bill updates the relevant sections of Title 38 of the United States Code to implement these policy adjustments.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by allowing service members to transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits to family members, increasing flexibility in educational assistance.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands educational benefits for military families, enhancing worker benefits and support for service members transitioning to civilian employment.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands Post-9/11 GI Bill transferability, allowing service members to transfer benefits to family members more flexibly, strengthening veteran education benefits.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 4237: A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the eligibility requirements for transfer of unused entitlement to Post-9/11 Educational Assistance, and for other purposes.

This bill modifies the rules for transferring unused Post-9/11 Educational Assistance benefits from service members to their dependents. It primarily affects military personnel who have served at least 10 years, including at least six years in the Armed Forces, and those who have served six years and agree to commit to additional service. The key change allows approved transfers to happen at any time, rather than requiring a specific waiting period, while also clarifying when children can begin using transferred benefits. Additionally, the bill updates related sections in the law to align with these new eligibility and timing requirements.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by allowing military dependents to transfer unused Post-9/11 Educational Assistance benefits more flexibly, increasing opportunities for higher education.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill modifies eligibility rules to allow earlier transfer of unused educational assistance benefits to dependents, expanding access to Post-9/11 benefits for service members and their families.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families Veteran Benefits Veteran Education

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in committee · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 8043: Vets CLEAR Act

The Vets CLEAR Act allows the Department of Veterans Affairs to deposit certain recovered funds into the Medical Care Collections Fund at the Secretary's discretion, with this authority set to expire on September 30, 2028. The bill expands the types of recoveries that can be deposited, including amounts collected through administrative, legal, or judicial processes related to medical care, services, or medication provided under VA programs. It also requires the Government Accountability Office to submit regular reports to Congress detailing the total amounts recovered and how the VA spent those funds, with reports due every 180 days during the authority's effective period. This legislation directly affects VA financial management and oversight by creating new flexibility in fund allocation while increasing transparency through mandated reporting.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands recovered funds for VA medical care, strengthening healthcare funding for veterans through the Medical Care Collections Fund.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands VA's ability to recover and deposit funds into the Medical Care Collections Fund, strengthening financial resources for veteran healthcare services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 26, 2026

S 4217: Copay Fairness for Veterans Act of 2026

The Copay Fairness for Veterans Act of 2026 would eliminate copayments for preventive health services received by veterans at the Department of Veterans Affairs. This includes medications, hospital care, walk-in care, and services for survivors and dependents, as well as immunizations, screenings, and contraceptive services. The bill defines preventive services based on recommendations from established medical organizations and guidelines, ensuring coverage for evidence-based care. Changes would take effect 180 days after the law is enacted.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill eliminates copayments for preventive health services, expanding access and reducing financial barriers for veterans receiving care.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill eliminates copayments for preventive VA healthcare services, directly improving veteran access to care and reducing financial barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 3993: Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Reducing Arbitrary Barriers to Apprenticeship Act of 2026, changes how veterans receive educational assistance when they choose apprenticeships or on-the-job training instead of traditional four-year college programs. It directly affects veterans eligible for Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits, the All-Volunteer Force Educational Assistance Program, and Selected Reserve educational benefits. The bill increases monthly housing stipends for apprenticeship participants and removes minimum attendance requirements for those working in construction-related occupations. These changes aim to make non-college training pathways more financially viable for veterans seeking to build careers through hands-on experience.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access for veterans by supporting apprenticeship and on-the-job training programs, increasing housing stipends and removing barriers to alternative education paths.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands educational and training benefits for veterans, increasing housing stipends and removing barriers to apprenticeship programs, which strengthens workforce development and employment opportunities.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands educational assistance options for veterans by supporting apprenticeships and on-the-job training, increasing housing stipends, and removing barriers to alternative education paths.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Apprenticeships Workforce Development Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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in committee · United States · House Mar 12, 2026

HR 7908: 20-Year Promise Act

This bill, known as the 20-Year Promise Act, would extend educational assistance benefits for U.S. military service members who complete at least 20 years of active service. Under current law, veterans typically receive up to 36 months of education funding, but this legislation would increase that limit to 72 months for those who meet the 20-year service requirement. The change applies to individuals who complete their 20 years of service on or after the bill is enacted, regardless of when they joined the military or their specific duty status. The bill modifies Title 38 of the U.S. Code to establish these new eligibility rules and adjust related provisions governing how education benefits are transferred and limited.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational assistance for military veterans, increasing funding from 36 to 72 months of education benefits, directly supporting educational access and funding.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands educational benefits for military personnel, strengthening worker benefits and supporting career development for service members.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill extends educational assistance benefits from 36 to 72 months for veterans with 20+ years service, directly strengthening veteran support.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Employment

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signed · United States · House Dec 12, 2025

HR 1912: Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act of 2025

Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act of 2025 This act modifies the procedures by which the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reissues misused benefits to a beneficiary, including by requiring the VA to establish methods and timing with respect to determining whether an instance of misuse by a fiduciary is the result of negligence by the VA. The act also provides that if a beneficiary predeceases a reissuance, the VA must pay the amount to a surviving beneficiary in the same method as certain other VA benefits are paid upon the death of a beneficiary. Under the act, the VA may not withhold the reissuing of a benefit payment by reason of a pending determination regarding the VA's negligence in relation to the instance of misuse by a fiduciary. Additionally, the VA is not required to make a determination regarding its negligence for each instance of misuse by a fiduciary of all or part of an individual's benefit paid to such fiduciary.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill aims to reimburse veterans whose benefits were misused, strengthening their financial protection and ensuring proper benefit delivery.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare