Veterans (Veteran Healthcare)

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

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in committee · United States · House Jun 23, 2026

HR 9212: VA Emergency Transportation Act

The VA Emergency Transportation Act expands the types of care the Department of Veterans Affairs can reimburse for veterans by formally including emergency transportation alongside emergency treatment. Specifically, the bill allows the VA to pay for ambulance or air ambulance rides provided by non-VA providers that transport a veteran to a facility for emergency care or from a non-VA facility to a VA or other federal facility. This change updates existing laws to ensure that transportation costs are covered when they are part of the necessary emergency services furnished to a veteran.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands VA reimbursement to include emergency transportation, improving patient access to care.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands VA reimbursement to include emergency transportation services, directly funding and strengthening access to transport for veterans.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands VA reimbursement to include emergency transportation, strengthening veteran healthcare access and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jun 12, 2026

HR 8793: Veterans Suicide Prevention and Care Enhancement Act of 2026

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a public list of healthcare providers who have completed annual, evidence-based training on preventing veteran suicide. To qualify for this preferred provider list, providers must either finish VA-sponsored training or demonstrate completion of substantially similar external training that meets military healthcare standards. The VA must review this list annually to ensure compliance and submit regular reports to Congress detailing participation numbers and the effectiveness of the program in influencing veteran care choices.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates VA training for providers to improve mental health care and suicide prevention for veterans.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates VA to create a list of trained providers to prevent veteran suicide, directly enhancing veteran healthcare and safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Jun 12, 2026

HR 8553: POPCaP Authorization Act of 2026

This bill establishes a new Precision Oncology Program for Prostate Cancer within the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide specialized care and research for veterans diagnosed with prostate or related genitourinary cancers. The legislation authorizes the creation of at least 21 designated Centers of Excellence across the country, each required to offer genetic sequencing, clinical trials, and specialized medical staff to treat eligible veterans. A dedicated leadership team will coordinate these centers, maintain a national data registry, and develop uniform tools to standardize care and research efforts. The program includes a five-year funding authorization of $15.5 million annually and mandates that existing prostate cancer resources at these facilities remain protected until 2030. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit detailed implementation plans and annual performance reports to Congress to ensure accountability.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a new VA program to provide specialized care, funding, and research for prostate cancer veterans, expanding access and resources.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a new Precision Oncology Program for prostate cancer within the VA, funding specialized care and research for veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jun 12, 2026

HR 8946: Veterans Affairs Heritage Act of 2026

The Veterans Affairs Heritage Act of 2026 establishes a new Department of Veterans Affairs History Office located in Dayton, Ohio, to collect, preserve, and share the history of the Department and its predecessor organizations. This office will manage existing programs like the Veterans Legacy Program and the Veterans' History Project, while also building facilities for archives, public exhibits, and training on historical preservation. To support these efforts, the bill authorizes the Secretary to accept donations, enter into partnerships with nonprofits, and lease property to generate revenue for the office's operations. Additionally, the legislation requires the Secretary to submit a long-range planning report within 180 days and mandates annual progress reports to Congress until the Department's centennial year in 2030.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill establishes a new office to collect, preserve, and share veteran history, explicitly funding and expanding programs like the Veterans Legacy Project.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House Jun 23, 2026

HR 9105: SAFEGUARD Veterans Act of 2026

The SAFEGUARD Veterans Act of 2026 strengthens protections for veterans by imposing stricter penalties on individuals who charge unauthorized fees for helping with benefits claims and requiring that only accredited representatives or those under their supervision provide such assistance. Key provisions include creating an online searchable list of recognized and suspended agents, mandating warnings on Department websites about potential predatory practices, and adding questions to claim forms to identify anyone who charged fees for coaching or filing assistance. The bill also updates federal laws to prohibit the use of automated telephone equipment for making repeated calls to federal agencies and requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish a more accessible digital system for recognizing representatives and processing complaints. Additionally, the Department must conduct a review of its current regulations regarding representation and report its findings to Congress within 180 days of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill strengthens protections for veterans by cracking down on predatory fee practices and ensuring only accredited representatives assist with claims.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare

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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

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 4646: SAFEGUARD Veterans Act of 2026

The SAFEGUARD Veterans Act of 2026 strengthens protections for veterans by increasing penalties for unauthorized fees and requiring that only recognized agents or attorneys assist with benefit claims. It mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs provide clear online tools for veterans to search for accredited representatives and report unaccredited individuals who charge fees. The bill also requires the department to update its website warnings to explicitly discourage veterans from sharing login credentials and to include questions on claim forms about any coaching or assistance received. Additionally, the legislation expands restrictions on automated telephone equipment to prevent unsolicited calls from automated systems to federal agencies. Finally, the act directs the VA to conduct a review of its current recognition processes and establish a more accessible digital system for managing agent accreditation and complaints.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill strengthens protections, increases penalties for fraud, and mandates clear tools to help veterans navigate benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare

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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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