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Veterans Healthcare Equality: Prohibiting Gender Identity Discrimination

This Act aims to ensure that transgender veterans receive healthcare without discrimination based on gender identity. It means the Department of Veterans Affairs cannot deny medically necessary treatments for gender dysphoria. This establishes clear rules to protect veterans' rights to equal access to healthcare services.
Key points
Prohibits discrimination based on gender identity in veterans' healthcare.
Ensures access to medically necessary treatments for gender dysphoria.
Department of Veterans Affairs must provide regular briefings to Congress on healthcare for transgender veterans.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5635
Sponsor: Rep. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26]
Process start date: 2025-09-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Healthcare Equality Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5635.

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 2025-09-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits discrimination based on gender identity in veterans' healthcare.
  • Ensures access to medically necessary treatments for gender dysphoria.
  • Department of Veterans Affairs must provide regular briefings to Congress on healthcare for transgender veterans.
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. Kennedy, Timothy M. [D-NY-26].

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.

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