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BillHR 8041 · 119

Supporting VA Families Act

Introduced
Mar 24, 2026
Cosponsors
51
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 15, 2026

Bill Summary

Supports families of veterans by providing them with additional resources and benefits. Requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to expand its family support services.

Sponsored By

Janelle S. Bynum
Democrat · Oregon · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 24, 2026
  2. Apr 15, 2026You Are Here

    The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.

  3. TBD

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    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 families of veterans, providing them with increased access to resources and benefits to support their well-being. It particularly impacts spouses and children of veterans who rely on VA services.

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
31backers
  • Democratic26
  • Republican5
Cross-party cosponsors5 · 17%

Documents

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Cosponsors (51)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedMar 24, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 15, 2026
Latest ActionForwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
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.