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Better Veteran Data: New Rules for Collecting and Publishing Demographic Information

This law requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to collect and publicly share highly detailed demographic data about veterans, including information on gender identity, sexual orientation, income, and service history. The goal is to ensure that future programs and benefits are better tailored to the diverse needs of all veterans, especially those from minority and marginalized groups. All shared data must be anonymized to protect privacy.
Key points
The VA must create a public database containing detailed veteran information, updated at least annually.
Data includes sensitive categories such as gender identity, sexual orientation, housing status, income, and details on combat or military sexual trauma exposure.
All published data will be anonymized, protecting veterans' privacy while enabling better policy planning and benefit alignment.
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Print number: 119_HR_5994
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2025-11-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Every Veteran Counts Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5994.

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 2025-11-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The VA must create a public database containing detailed veteran information, updated at least annually.
  • Data includes sensitive categories such as gender identity, sexual orientation, housing status, income, and details on combat or military sexual trauma exposure.
  • All published data will be anonymized, protecting veterans' privacy while enabling better policy planning and benefit alignment.
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. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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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