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Expanding Fisher House Access for Active Duty Military and Veterans' Families.

This Act expands access to temporary lodging facilities (like Fisher Houses) managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Active duty service members and their families, as well as veterans' families traveling significant distances for medical care, will now be able to use these facilities on a space-available basis. This change aims to reduce the financial burden and stress associated with long-distance medical travel for military families needing to stay near treatment centers.
Key points
Allows active duty service members and their families to use VA temporary lodging (Fisher Houses) when space is available.
Expands eligibility to include families of veterans and service members who must travel long distances to receive necessary medical care at VA or non-VA facilities.
Lodging is provided on a space-available basis, offering cost savings for families during extended medical treatments.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3119
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2025-11-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fisher House Availability Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3119.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows active duty service members and their families to use VA temporary lodging (Fisher Houses) when space is available.
  • Expands eligibility to include families of veterans and service members who must travel long distances to receive necessary medical care at VA or non-VA facilities.
  • Lodging is provided on a space-available basis, offering cost savings for families during extended medical treatments.
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 Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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