Bills · HR 2138
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2138Inflation and pricesVeterans' pensions and compensation
Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2025
INTRO MAR 14· LAST ACTION MAR 26
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it directly impacts the financial well-being of hundreds of thousands of disabled veterans and their families, as well as the survivors of veterans. By linking VA compensation and survivor benefits to the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment, it helps ensure that these payments keep pace with inflation and the rising cost of living. Without such adjustments, the purchasing power of these benefits would erode over time, making it harder for beneficiaries to afford necessities like food, housing, and healthcare.
If this bill becomes law, eligible veterans and their survivors can expect their benefits to reflect current economic realities, helping them maintain a stable quality of life. If it doesn't pass, their benefit amounts would remain stagnant, potentially causing financial strain as prices for goods and services continue to rise. This bill ensures that the support provided to those who served and their families doesn't lose value over time.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to increase disability compensation rates for veterans with service-connected disabilities.
This ensures that disabled veterans receive more financial support.
PROVISION 02
Requires the Secretary to increase Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) rates for the survivors of certain disabled veterans.
This provides additional financial security for the families of veterans who have passed away due to service-related causes.
PROVISION 03
Stipulates that these increases will be effective as of December 1, 2025, and will match the percentage increase of Social Security benefits.
This ties veteran and survivor benefits to a standard measure of inflation, helping to maintain their purchasing power.
PROVISION 04
Includes increases for additional compensation for dependents and clothing allowances where applicable.
This ensures comprehensive cost-of-living adjustments across various related veteran benefits.
PROVISION 05
Requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to officially publish the new adjusted rates in the Federal Register.
This ensures transparency and public awareness of the updated benefit amounts.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 12
R· Texas
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
22
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 33%
DEM 10 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
4 EVENTSMAR 26
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
MAR 26
Subcommittee Hearings Held
MAR 14
Introduced in House
MAR 14
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2138
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 14, 2025
Last actionMar 26, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 14, 2025
House BillHR 2138Inflation and pricesVeterans' pensions and compensation
Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAR 14, 2025· LAST ACTION MAR 26, 2025
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COSPONSORS
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