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Reproductive and Adoption Support for Service Members and Veterans

This act expands access to fertility treatments and adoption services for service members, veterans, and their partners. It includes funding for in vitro fertilization procedures, cryopreservation of genetic material, and adoption assistance, regardless of sex or relationship status. The goal is to provide comprehensive family planning care.
Key points
Service members and veterans will gain access to fertility treatments, including IVF, with up to three egg retrievals and unlimited embryo transfers.
Option to freeze and store genetic material for service members before combat deployments or hazardous assignments, with continued storage options after service.
Veterans will be eligible for financial assistance for child adoption, regardless of their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or marital status.
Ensuring continuity of care and assistance in navigating available reproductive and adoption services within both the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4855
Sponsor: Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2]
Process start date: 2025-08-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Families Health Services Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4855.

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 2025-08-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Service members and veterans will gain access to fertility treatments, including IVF, with up to three egg retrievals and unlimited embryo transfers.
  • Option to freeze and store genetic material for service members before combat deployments or hazardous assignments, with continued storage options after service.
  • Veterans will be eligible for financial assistance for child adoption, regardless of their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or marital status.
  • Ensuring continuity of care and assistance in navigating available reproductive and adoption services within both the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs.
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. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2].

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 2025-12-23.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Health Family Benefits