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Veterans' Disability and Survivor Benefits Increase Effective December 2025.

This law mandates a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for disability compensation paid to veterans and dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC) paid to their survivors. Effective December 1, 2025, these payments will increase by the same percentage as the Social Security COLA. This ensures that the financial support provided to disabled veterans and their families keeps pace with inflation.
Key points
All rates of compensation for service-connected disabilities will be increased.
Survivor benefits (Dependency and Indemnity Compensation - DIC) for spouses and children will also rise.
The increase is an automatic cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), taking effect on December 1, 2025.
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Print number: 119_S_2392
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2025-07-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2392.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-07-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All rates of compensation for service-connected disabilities will be increased.
  • Survivor benefits (Dependency and Indemnity Compensation - DIC) for spouses and children will also rise.
  • The increase is an automatic cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), taking effect on December 1, 2025.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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 Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 119-42.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-24.

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