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Veteran Caregiver Support: Healthcare, Employment, and Retirement

This act expands support for individuals caring for veterans. It provides them with extended access to medical care, employment assistance, and retirement planning support, facilitating their return to the workforce after caregiving.
Key points
Extended Medical Care Access: Caregivers of veterans will have access to medical care for 180 days after their caregiving role ends, unless dismissed for fraud or abuse.
Employment Assistance: The act offers reimbursement for certification fees (up to $1,000), access to training, and job search support after caregiving.
Retirement Planning Support: Caregivers will gain access to retirement planning services, and studies will be conducted on establishing retirement plans for them.
Bereavement Support: The act ensures caregivers have access to counseling and support following the death of the veteran they cared for.
Studies on Workforce Reintegration: Studies will be conducted on programs to help former veteran caregivers re-enter the workforce, including within the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_879
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2025-03-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Caregiver Reeducation, Reemployment, and Retirement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_879.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-03-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extended Medical Care Access: Caregivers of veterans will have access to medical care for 180 days after their caregiving role ends, unless dismissed for fraud or abuse.
  • Employment Assistance: The act offers reimbursement for certification fees (up to $1,000), access to training, and job search support after caregiving.
  • Retirement Planning Support: Caregivers will gain access to retirement planning services, and studies will be conducted on establishing retirement plans for them.
  • Bereavement Support: The act ensures caregivers have access to counseling and support following the death of the veteran they cared for.
  • Studies on Workforce Reintegration: Studies will be conducted on programs to help former veteran caregivers re-enter the workforce, including within the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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: Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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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