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Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026

Introduced
Nov 17, 2025
Cosponsors
14
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 2, 2026

Bill Summary

Expands veterans' benefits for individuals like Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson. Requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide additional support to these veterans.

Sponsored By

Tom Barrett
Republican · Michigan · House

Bill Journey

  1. Nov 17, 2025
  5. Jun 2, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects veterans with specific circumstances, providing them with increased benefits and support. The expansion of benefits will directly impact the lives of these veterans and their families.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
15backers
  • Republican15
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%
Latest floor voteMay 21, 2026
235–179

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (14)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeCommittee on Veterans' Affairs
IntroducedNov 17, 2025
Last UpdatedJun 2, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.