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Introduced
12/18/2025
12/18/2025
In Committee
12/18/2025
12/18/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 38, United States Code, to exempt reimbursements of certain medical expenses and other payments related to accident, theft, loss, or casualty loss from determinations of annual income with respect to pensions for veterans and surviving spouses and children of veterans, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Veterans Pensions Protection Act of 2025," aims to ensure that certain reimbursements and payments received by veterans, their surviving spouses, and children do not negatively impact their eligibility for pensions. Specifically, it amends Title 38 of the United States Code to exclude from the calculation of annual income any reimbursements for medical expenses incurred due to an accident, theft, loss, or casualty loss, including those received through insurance settlements, up to the amount of the medical costs. Additionally, payments received for pain and suffering related to such incidents, including insurance settlements and court awards, will also be excluded, with the amount limited by the Secretary on a case-by-case basis. These changes are intended to protect veterans and their families by preventing these specific types of compensation from reducing their pension benefits.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (on 12/18/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/6885/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr6885/BILLS-119hr6885ih.pdf |
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