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H.R. 785 · 119th CongressArmed Forces and National Security

Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2026 was reported by committee and awaits a floor vote

Sponsored by Kiggans, Jennifer A. R-VA · 18 cosponsors: 11 Democrats, 7 Republicans
IntroducedJan 28, 2025
ReportedFeb 12, 2026
Passed one chamber—
Passed both—
Law—
What it changes · CRS summary

Written by the Congressional Research Service [2]. 69 words.

Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2025 This bill expands the membership of the Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee within the Veterans Health Administration by requiring the addition of one representative from the National Association of State Veterans Homes who holds a professional license in nursing home administration. Additionally, the committee must consult with the National Association of Veterans State Homes with respect to matters concerning the association.

Context
Committees
House Veterans' Affairs Committee
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security: 268 of 6,567 bills became law, 113th–118th (4.1%)
Sponsor
1 of 70 bills enacted since 2013
Text versions
2, from introduced in house to reported in house · 128 words
Subjects
Advisory bodiesAgingDepartment of Veterans AffairsLong-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care
Latest action
Apr 2, 2026: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 498.
Records
Congress.gov · Bill text
Exhibit 1Passage odds band at each stage, rated when the bill reached it [4]
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Exhibit 2Articles naming the bill per day, last 90 days, US sources [3]