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Fisher House Access for TRICARE Beneficiaries and Their Families

This new act expands access to temporary lodging facilities, such as Fisher Houses, for certain TRICARE beneficiaries and their families. This means individuals traveling for medical care to non-Department of Veterans Affairs facilities, as well as their loved ones, can use these accommodations if space is available. The goal is to ease access to medical care and support families during challenging times.
Key points
TRICARE beneficiaries traveling for care outside VA facilities can use temporary lodging (e.g., Fisher House) on a space-available basis.
Family members and support persons of TRICARE beneficiaries also gain access to lodging if space is available.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will establish specific criteria for granting access to these facilities.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3726
Sponsor: Rep. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-1]
Process start date: 2025-06-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fisher House Availability Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3726.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • TRICARE beneficiaries traveling for care outside VA facilities can use temporary lodging (e.g., Fisher House) on a space-available basis.
  • Family members and support persons of TRICARE beneficiaries also gain access to lodging if space is available.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will establish specific criteria for granting access to these facilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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