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Increased Benefits for Severely Disabled Veterans and Changes to VA Loan Fees.

This Act introduces significant monthly benefit increases for veterans with severe disabilities requiring aid and attendance. It also ensures higher annual cost-of-living adjustments for surviving families receiving Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC). However, it temporarily modifies the waiver of VA home loan funding fees for veterans with disability ratings of 70% or less seeking subsequent loans.
Key points
Veterans eligible for aid and attendance will receive an extra $833.33 per month, effective December 2026.
Compensation for surviving families (DIC) will increase annually by 1% more than the standard Social Security COLA for five years, starting December 2026.
Veterans with a disability rating of 70% or less seeking a subsequent VA loan may temporarily be required to pay the VA funding fee (change applies until September 2035).
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Print number: 119_HR_6047
Sponsor: Rep. Barrett, Tom [R-MI-7]
Process start date: 2025-11-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6047.

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 2025-11-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans eligible for aid and attendance will receive an extra $833.33 per month, effective December 2026.
  • Compensation for surviving families (DIC) will increase annually by 1% more than the standard Social Security COLA for five years, starting December 2026.
  • Veterans with a disability rating of 70% or less seeking a subsequent VA loan may temporarily be required to pay the VA funding fee (change applies until September 2035).
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. Barrett, Tom [R-MI-7].

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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