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Expanding VA Support for Diverse and Underserved Veterans

This bill broadens the Department of Veterans Affairs' focus to include veterans who have historically faced difficulties accessing benefits, such as those from rural areas, LGBTQ+ individuals, or those with language barriers. It aims to ensure more equitable access to services like healthcare and housing by expanding advisory committees and reinstating an office dedicated to identifying and addressing disparities.
Key points
VA services and advisory committees will now explicitly include "historically underserved veterans," alongside minority veterans.
The definition of "historically underserved" covers veterans facing challenges due to sexual orientation, gender identity, language, location, and socioeconomic status.
The bill reinstates the Office of Equity Assurance to actively identify and address disparities in veterans' benefit access.
New agency representatives will join the advisory committee to provide broader support for veterans' needs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6564
Sponsor: Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila [D-FL-20]
Process start date: 2025-12-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Historically Underserved Veterans Inclusion Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6564.

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 2025-12-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • VA services and advisory committees will now explicitly include "historically underserved veterans," alongside minority veterans.
  • The definition of "historically underserved" covers veterans facing challenges due to sexual orientation, gender identity, language, location, and socioeconomic status.
  • The bill reinstates the Office of Equity Assurance to actively identify and address disparities in veterans' benefit access.
  • New agency representatives will join the advisory committee to provide broader support for veterans' needs.
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. Cherfilus-McCormick, Sheila [D-FL-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-11.

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