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This bill, the National Veterans Strategy Act of 2026, mandates that the President define what constitutes "veteran success" and develop a comprehensive National Veterans Strategy. This definition of success will be based on specific metrics covering veterans' physical and mental health, spiritual well-being, economic security, education, family and social engagement, and civic participation. To create these metrics and the strategy, the President must consult with a wide range of stakeholders, including Congress, various government departments (such as Defense, Labor, Health and Human Services, Housing and Urban Development, and the Small Business Administration), state and local governments, tribal organizations, veterans service organizations (VSOs), non-profit organizations, educational institutions, research groups, philanthropic associations, trade groups, and private sector companies. The National Veterans Strategy, to be submitted to Congress every four years, will aim to align the efforts of these various entities to help veterans achieve success according to the established metrics, considering the diverse needs of different veteran demographics. The bill also outlines procedures for Congress to review and potentially disapprove the proposed strategy, and it requires federal agencies to incorporate the veteran success metrics and the national strategy into their own strategic plans, reporting annually on implementation progress.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/3726/all-info