House Committee on Veterans' Affairs

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

To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend eligibility for survivors' and dependents' educational assistance to the dependent parent of a person who dies of a service-connected disability or has a total and permanent service-connected disability, and for other purposes.

Vet CENTERS for Mental Health Act of 2026

Wildfire Response and Readiness Act

Great American Healthcare Act

The proposal would make changes to health savings accounts (special accounts where people can set aside pre-tax money for medical expenses) and require hospitals and insurance companies to publicly disclose their prices so patients can compare costs before getting care. These changes would affect workers who use health savings accounts, patients shopping for medical services, hospitals, and insurance companies. The bill has been sent to multiple congressional committees for review.

Virtual-Based Opioid Treatment for Veterans Act

The Department of Veterans Affairs would test a program allowing veterans to receive opioid addiction treatment through telehealth and virtual visits rather than requiring in-person appointments at VA facilities. This pilot program aims to make it easier for veterans struggling with opioid use disorder to access medication-assisted treatment and counseling from home or other convenient locations. The program would help determine whether virtual treatment options can improve access to care for veterans in rural areas or those with transportation challenges.

Veterans Medicare Premium Transparency Act

The proposal would require Medicare to include information in its annual handbook explaining how enrolling in the Veterans Affairs health system affects Medicare premiums and costs for veterans. This would help veterans understand the financial consequences of using VA healthcare before making enrollment decisions. The change aims to give veterans clearer information to make better choices about their healthcare coverage options.

Acknowledging the courage and sacrifice of veterans of the Korean War and Korean Defense Veterans.

This resolution honors Korean War veterans and those who served in the defense of Korea, recognizing their contributions and sacrifice during the conflict. The measure acknowledges the often-overlooked service of these military veterans, many of whom are now elderly, and expresses appreciation for their role in a significant Cold War-era conflict. It has been sent to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs for consideration.

Right to IVF Act of 2026

The bill would protect and expand access to fertility treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF) across the country, ensuring that people struggling to have children can access these medical procedures. It would likely affect fertility clinics, insurance companies, and patients seeking reproductive care, while potentially addressing coverage requirements and removing barriers to these treatments. The proposal has been sent to multiple congressional committees for review and consideration.

House Our Heroes Act

The Department of Veterans Affairs would gain new authority to take specific actions on home loans it guarantees when borrowers fall behind on payments or face foreclosure. This would give the VA more tools to help veterans who are struggling with their mortgages, potentially allowing the department to work out payment plans or other solutions before homes are lost. The change affects veterans who have used VA-backed home loans and could face financial hardship.

To require the coverage of testing for certain sexually transmitted infections without the imposition of cost sharing, and for other purposes.

The proposal would require health insurance plans to cover testing for certain sexually transmitted infections without requiring patients to pay out-of-pocket costs like copays or deductibles. This would apply to people with private insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and military health coverage, making STI testing more accessible and affordable for millions of Americans.

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as well as the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DOE). Among other elements, the bill authorizes the procurement of various items, including aircraft and ships; sets active duty and reserve component personnel strength levels; sets policy regarding various aspects of military health care and military compensation; sets policy regarding DOD acquisitions and acquisition management, including contracting authorities and the acquisition workforce; sets policy for various matters related to DOD interactions with foreign nations, including matters concerning Israel, Europe, and the Indo-Pacific; sets policy for various matters related to DOD cybersecurity and artificial intelligence; requires DOD to include projected demand for foreign military sales in certain contexts, including munitions production planning, sustainment planning for major defense acquisition programs, and decisions regarding production rate increases of defense articles; requires DOD to establish an expedited qualification process for new domestic and allied sources of certain strategic materials, including specified metals, alloys, oxides, and magnets; authorizes specified military construction projects and extends the authorization of certain projects from previous fiscal years; and authorizes the National Nuclear Security Administration, Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, Naval Petroleum Reserves, and Maritime Administration. For additional information on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) see In Focus IF10516, Defense Primer: Navigating the NDAA , and In Focus IF10515, Defense Primer: The NDAA Process .

To designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Saint Croix, United States Virgin Islands, as the "Lieutenant Colonel David C. Canegata III Department of Veterans Affairs Community-Based Outpatient Clinic".

The bill would rename a Veterans Affairs clinic in Saint Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, after Lieutenant Colonel David C. Canegata III to honor his military service. This change would affect the official name of the facility that provides healthcare services to veterans in that area. The renamed clinic would serve as a tribute to the military officer while continuing to deliver medical care to eligible veterans.

To improve the health of minority individuals, and for other purposes.

This bill aims to address health disparities affecting minority communities through various policy changes across multiple areas including healthcare access, nutrition programs, education, and veterans' services. The broad referral to numerous committees suggests the legislation would coordinate efforts across government agencies to improve health outcomes for minority populations through reforms in insurance coverage, food assistance, workplace safety, and other related programs. The bill is currently under review to determine which specific provisions fall under each committee's authority.

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs community-based outpatient clinic, Saint Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, as the "Sergeant First Class Floyd E. Lake Department of Veterans Affairs Community-Based Outpatient Clinic".

This bill would officially name a Veterans Affairs clinic in Saint Thomas, United States Virgin Islands, after Sergeant First Class Floyd E. Lake to honor his military service. The clinic provides outpatient medical care to veterans in the U.S. Virgin Islands, and the naming would recognize Lake's contributions to the armed forces. This is a commemorative measure that affects how the facility is officially identified.

Responsible Artificial Intelligence for Veterans Act of 2026

The Department of Veterans Affairs would hire an independent research organization to evaluate how artificial intelligence systems are being used in veterans' healthcare to ensure they're working properly and safely. This evaluation would examine whether these AI tools are helping doctors make better decisions and providing good care to veterans without introducing errors or bias. The goal is to give Congress and VA leadership an honest assessment of whether the AI systems are actually benefiting veterans or if changes are needed.

To name the Department of Veterans Affairs multispecialty clinic in Marietta, Georgia, as the "Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic".

This bill designates the multispecialty clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Marietta, Georgia, as the Colonel Michael H. Boyce Department of Veterans Affairs Multispecialty Clinic or the Colonel Michael H. Boyce VA Clinic.

Shared Values Act

I cannot provide an accurate summary because the bill's title and subjects provided do not contain sufficient information about what the legislation actually proposes to do. The referral to nearly every major congressional committee suggests this is a broad bill, but without access to the bill's text or specific policy proposals, I cannot explain its concrete effects or who it would affect.

Veterans Care and Cost Coordination Act of 2026

The proposal would require the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Health and Human Services to work together and create an agreement to coordinate how they manage veterans' community care services and certain Medicare health plans. This coordination could help reduce confusion and improve care for veterans who use both VA services and Medicare benefits. The bill is currently being reviewed by three congressional committees to determine whether it's a good idea.

Save MEDICARE Act of 2026

The proposal would adjust how Medicare pays insurance companies that offer Medicare Advantage plans to seniors, aiming to ensure payments are appropriate and fair. The changes could affect millions of older Americans enrolled in these private insurance alternatives to traditional Medicare, as well as the insurance companies that provide them.