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Introduced
01/28/2025
01/28/2025
In Committee
02/12/2026
02/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 38, United States Code, to include a representative of the National Association of State Veterans Homes on the Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2026," aims to enhance the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee by ensuring broader representation. Specifically, it amends existing law to require that the committee include not only at least one representative from a national veterans service organization but also at least one individual who has served veterans or their families in a State home, and at least one individual holding a professional license in nursing home administration. This change is intended to bring more diverse perspectives and expertise to the committee, which advises the VA on matters related to the health and care of older veterans.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (19)
Jen Kiggans (R)*,
Tom Barrett (R),
Sheri Biggs (R),
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D),
Don Davis (D),
Russ Fulcher (R),
Andrew Garbarino (R),
Laura Gillen (D),
Dan Goldman (D),
Marcy Kaptur (D),
Nick LaLota (R),
Susie Lee (D),
Grace Meng (D),
Burgess Owens (R),
Marilyn Strickland (D),
Tom Suozzi (D),
David Taylor (R),
Rashida Tlaib (D),
Eugene Vindman (D),
Last Action
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 498. (on 04/02/2026)
Bill Topics
Defense
- ‐ Veterans Affairs
Health
- ‐ Long-term Care and Elderly Issues
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/785/all-info | 01/29/2025 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr785/BILLS-119hr785rh.pdf | 04/03/2026 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr785/BILLS-119hr785ih.pdf | 02/26/2025 |
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