Veterans

in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5266: Veterans’ Earned Benefits Access Act of 2026

The Veterans’ Earned Benefits Access Act of 2026 allows the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to recover separation, severance, and readjustment pay from service members who are receiving veterans' disability compensation. To manage this recovery, the bill authorizes deductions from monthly disability payments, with regulations ensuring that no more than 25 percent of a member's compensation is withheld in any given month. The legislation also establishes a process for service members to apply for a waiver if these deductions would cause them financial hardship. These provisions will take effect once final regulations are published and will apply to disability compensation paid on or after that date.

Topics ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransThe bill authorizes the recovery of separation pay from veterans' disability compensation via deductions, effectively reducing their net benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4390: Ending Discrimination in Government Contracting Act

This bill, known as the Ending Discrimination in Government Contracting Act, aims to remove specific preferences and goals based on race, ethnicity, or gender from federal government contracting laws. It directly affects small businesses owned by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, women, and veterans by eliminating their special status in many federal programs. The key mechanism involves repealing or amending numerous existing statutes to stop the government from prioritizing these specific groups when awarding contracts or providing financial assistance. Additionally, the bill mandates that federal agencies update their internal rules and guidance documents to ensure they no longer require or encourage contractors to consider the race, ethnicity, or sex of business owners. By making these changes, the legislation seeks to standardize how federal contracts are awarded without regard to the demographic background of the business owners.

Topics ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransBill removes special status and preferences for veterans in federal contracting, limiting their access to government programs.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 4447: No Taxpayer-Funded Pensions for Sex Criminals Act

This bill, titled the No Taxpayer-Funded Pensions for Sex Criminals Act, prohibits federal government employees and military personnel from receiving pension benefits if they are convicted of specific sex crimes. The law amends existing federal statutes to ensure that anyone convicted of offenses such as rape, child molestation, or sexual exploitation after the bill's enactment will have their annuities and retired pay forfeited. These penalties apply to crimes committed on or after the date the law is passed, covering both federal offenses and state crimes that would be considered federal sex offenses if committed in federal territory. The legislation also includes technical updates to related sections of the U.S. Code to ensure the forfeiture rules are consistently applied across different retirement systems.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill removes taxpayer-funded pensions for sex criminals, protecting public funds and enhancing accountability for serious offenses.95% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransBill restricts pension benefits for military personnel convicted of sex crimes, limiting veteran financial support.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 8767: Compensation Fund Recrediting Act

The Compensation Fund Recrediting Act sets a specific end date for the Filipino Veterans Equity Compensation Fund, which provides financial compensation to Filipino veterans of World War II. Under this legislation, the fund will stop operating on January 1, 2027, and any remaining money in the fund will be transferred to the Treasury's general fund. This change affects the timeline for when veterans can receive payments and determines how leftover funds are handled after the program concludes.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill terminates the Compensation Fund and transfers remaining money to the general Treasury, effectively defunding the specific program.90% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransBill terminates the Filipino Veterans Equity Compensation Fund and transfers remaining funds to the Treasury, effectively defunding and limiting benefits for these veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 6904: Veterans Readiness and Employment Improvement and Accountability Act

This bill modifies the Department of Veterans Affairs' Veterans Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program, which provides job training and education benefits to eligible veterans. It allows the VA to bar certain benefits for veterans convicted of assaulting VA employees and extends VR&E eligibility for some veterans who haven't found employment after training. The bill also sets a $250,000 cap on federal funds for a rehabilitation program, with future adjustments, and requires VA Secretary approval for equipment purchases exceeding $5,000. Additionally, it prevents veterans from concurrently receiving disability compensation based on individual unemployability while participating in a VR&E program and allows subsistence allowances to be based on a veteran's residence in certain cases.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands VR&E eligibility for veterans and strengthens accountability in employment benefits, supporting worker reintegration and employment standards.85% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransBill allows VA to bar benefits for veterans convicted of assaulting VA employees, which restricts access to veteran employment support services.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House May 23, 2025

HR 3609: Remove the Stain Act

HR 3609, the "Remove the Stain Act," would rescind 20 Medals of Honor awarded to U.S. Army soldiers for their actions during the 1890 Wounded Knee Massacre, where unarmed Native Americans (including women and children) were killed. The bill directly affects the official records of these 20 soldiers by removing their names from the Medal of Honor Roll maintained by the military branches. Key provisions include requiring the Secretary of Defense to update the official rolls without requiring recipients to return their medals, and clarifying that this change does not deny any benefits to those individuals. The bill is based on findings that the massacre involved unarmed people and that awarding medals for it undermines the Medal of Honor's integrity.

Topics ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransBill seeks to rescind Medals of Honor for historical military actions, removing formal recognition of service that veterans (or their legacy) received, directly weakening veteran recognition.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 6549: VA Contracting and Procurement Act

This bill establishes a $50 million limit on the Department of Veterans Affairs' ability to spend on certain contracts and agreements without specific congressional authorization. It applies to various VA programs including community care, health care administration, educational benefits, and prosthetic equipment procurement. The limit has exceptions for emergencies such as declared wars, national emergencies, major disasters, or public health crises. For agreements exceeding the limit, the VA must notify Congress and provide 30 days for potential disapproval. This legislation aims to increase congressional oversight of VA spending by requiring specific authorization for large contracts.

Topics ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransBill imposes $50M spending cap on VA contracts without congressional approval for key veteran programs (healthcare, benefits), restricting operational flexibility and requiring authorization for larger agreements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 968: Time of Service Act

HR 968, the Time of Service Act, would change the deadline for using benefits under the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program from January 1, 2013, to January 1, 2001. This would require veterans to use their educational benefits by 2001, before the program's effective date in 2009. As a result, the bill would make these benefits unavailable for all veterans eligible under the program. It directly affects veterans who served after September 11, 2001, and are currently using or eligible for the Post-9/11 Educational Assistance Program.

Topics ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransChanges deadline to 2001, making Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits unavailable for all eligible veterans after 2009 program start, directly restricting access to benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 28, 2025

S 2482: TRICARE Travel Improvement Act

This bill changes travel reimbursement rules for military healthcare. It reduces the distance threshold for most beneficiaries from 100 miles to 50 miles when traveling for specialty care, making reimbursement more accessible for service members and their families living farther from care facilities. However, it maintains a 100-mile threshold specifically for military retirees and their dependents under new provisions. These adjustments directly affect individuals using TRICARE for specialty care travel expenses.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareReduces travel reimbursement distance threshold from 100 to 50 miles for most beneficiaries, improving access to specialty care under TRICARE.95% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransMaintains 100-mile threshold for military retirees (veterans), limiting reimbursement access compared to active duty beneficiaries under reduced 50-mile rule.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Military Families Veteran Healthcare

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passed · United States · House Sep 16, 2025

HR 3579: Veterans Readiness and Employment Program Integrity Act

HR 3579 requires veterans to submit an application before the VA can begin an initial evaluation for vocational rehabilitation services. It limits employment assistance under the program to a maximum of 365 days per veteran. The bill also mandates the VA to annually report veterans' regional office assignments, pre- and post-program wages, and average wait times for counselor meetings to Congress and the public. Additionally, it requires an independent review of VA rehabilitation programs within one year of enactment to recommend improvements.

Topics ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentLimits employment assistance duration to 365 days per veteran, restricting benefits available under the program.85% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransLimits VA vocational rehab assistance to 365 days per veteran and requires pre-application, restricting service access and duration.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development Veteran Education Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare

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