Veterans

in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10279: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 9995 Southeast Federal Highway in Hobe Sound, Florida, as the "Special Operations Chief Petty Officer Aaron Carson Vaughn Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 9995 Southeast Federal Highway in Hobe Sound, Florida, as the "Special Operations Chief Petty Officer Aaron Carson Vaughn Post Office Building".

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a post office in honor of a military veteran (Special Operations Chief Petty Officer), serving as a formal recognition of service.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10160: Vet CENTERS for Mental Health Act of 2026

The Vet CENTERS for Mental Health Act of 2026 requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ensure that every state meets a specific minimum number of mental health treatment centers within one year of enactment. For states in the contiguous United States, this minimum is calculated as the greater of one center per 30,000 square miles of land or one center per 55,000 veterans based on census data. Non-contiguous states and territories must maintain at least one center or match their existing count from January 1, 2020, whichever is higher. To achieve these targets, the Secretary may open new facilities using buildings provided by state, local, or tribal governments, and can establish outstations in place of full centers if multiple additional sites are needed in a single state.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates minimum mental health treatment centers for veterans, directly expanding access and strengthening public health services.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill mandates the establishment of minimum numbers of mental health treatment centers for veterans in every state, directly expanding access to veteran healthcare services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10253: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1706 South Burnside Avenue in Gonzales, Louisiana, as the "Cpl. Lawrence Brown Post Office Building".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 1706 South Burnside Avenue in Gonzales, Louisiana, as the "Cpl. Lawrence Brown Post Office Building".

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a post office in honor of Cpl. Lawrence Brown, providing official recognition of veteran service.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10168: Veterans Housing Opportunity Act

The Veterans Housing Opportunity Act establishes a five-year pilot program that allows the Department of Housing and Urban Development to identify public housing agencies that are not effectively using their HUD-VASH vouchers. If an agency is found to be chronically underutilizing these funds, the department may take back the unused voucher assistance and redistribute it to other agencies. These reallocated vouchers must then be provided to veterans who are currently homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The bill requires the department to report on the program's efficiency and housing outcomes after three years, while ensuring that any veteran who receives a voucher under this pilot keeps it even if the pilot program ends.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill reallocates unused HUD-VASH vouchers to homeless veterans, directly advancing housing stability and resource efficiency for a vulnerable population.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill aims to improve the efficiency of HUD-VASH vouchers to ensure they are provided to homeless veterans, directly advancing veteran housing services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Housing Finance Property Development Veteran Benefits Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10159: To authorize the Secretary of the Army to convey to the State of North Carolina a certain parcel of real property located at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, on which the State shall construct a veterans' State home, and for other purposes.

This bill authorizes the Secretary of the Army to transfer approximately 20 acres of land at Fort Bragg in North Carolina to the state government without charge. The property is intended for the construction of a veterans' home under the jurisdiction of the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. The state is required to pay all costs associated with the transfer, including environmental reviews and administrative fees, with any excess prepayments refunded by the federal government. If the land is no longer used for the designated veterans' facility, ownership may revert to the United States at the Secretary's discretion.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill facilitates construction of a veterans' home, which provides housing and care services for veterans, indirectly supporting healthcare access for this population.65% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill transfers land to build a veterans' home, which provides housing for a specific vulnerable group, aligning with housing development goals.65% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill authorizes transfer of federal land to North Carolina specifically for constructing a veterans' home, directly advancing veteran services and housing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 10212: PEPTIDES for Veterans Act

The PEPTIDES for Veterans Act directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to review existing federal regulations regarding peptides and submit a report within 180 days that establishes specific definitions for peptides and peptide-based therapies. Following this initial review, the Department must conduct an 18-month study on the safety and efficacy of these treatments for veterans, focusing on conditions such as chronic pain, mental health, and rehabilitation needs. If the study concludes that these therapies should be made available, the Secretary is required to launch a pilot program lasting up to five years to evaluate their effectiveness in real-world clinical settings. The bill ultimately aims to determine whether peptide-based therapies can be integrated into standard care for veterans based on the findings from the mandated research and pilot evaluation.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates VA study on peptide therapies for veterans' chronic pain and mental health, advancing medical treatment access.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill directs the VA to study peptide therapies for veterans' chronic pain and mental health, explicitly advancing veteran healthcare services.95% confidence

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

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HRES 1496: Commemorating the fifth anniversary of the evacuation of Afghanistan, the Gulf war era, and honoring Gulf war era veterans.

This House resolution commemorates the fifth anniversary of the U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan and honors veterans who served during the Gulf War era. It recognizes the approximately 8.4 million living veterans from this period, which includes service in operations such as Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, and Inherent Resolve. The bill also acknowledges the sacrifices of armed forces members and allies, including those killed during the Afghanistan evacuation.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe resolution explicitly honors Gulf War era veterans and recognizes their service and sacrifices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition National Guard & Reserve Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5375: ARCH Act

The ARCH Act requires the Secretary of Defense to establish a records preservation program for specific Afghan individuals who served with U.S. forces between 2001 and 2021. This program allows eligible applicants, including former military personnel, intelligence operators, and justice sector officials, to submit applications through a secure online portal to have their service records and biometric data preserved by the Department of Defense. The bill mandates that these records be kept for potential future use by the applicant or their designee, while prohibiting fees for the application process. Applicants who are denied classification based on eligibility or derogatory information are granted the right to file one written appeal and may request to reopen their case to provide additional clarifying information.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates DoD preserve service records for Afghan individuals who served with US forces, protecting their historical recognition and potential future benefits.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 4, 2026

HRES 1512: Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the admission of women to the United States service academies and honoring the pioneering women of the Class of 1980.

This House resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the first admission of women to the United States service academies in 1976. It specifically honors the pioneering female cadets and midshipmen of the Class of 1980 who entered West Point, Annapolis, the Air Force Academy, and the Coast Guard Academy. The bill recognizes the challenges these early women faced and their role in establishing gender integration within military training institutions. Additionally, it encourages the service academies to continue documenting and preserving the history of women's leadership in the Armed Forces.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransThe bill explicitly honors and recognizes the service of pioneering women in military academies, aligning with the topic's indicator for recognizing veteran service.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10224: To designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 6 Pennsylvania Avenue in Matamoras, Pennsylvania, as the "PFC Edward Kuhn Memorial Post Office".

This bill designates the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 6 Pennsylvania Avenue in Matamoras, Pennsylvania, as the "PFC Edward Kuhn Memorial Post Office".

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill designates a post office as a memorial to PFC Edward Kuhn, providing official recognition of veteran service.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition

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