Bills · HR 6013
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6013Armed Forces and National Security
Filipino Veterans Fairness Act of 2025
INTRO NOV 10· LAST ACTION NOV 17
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 2 / 8Introduced
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Passed Senate
Conference
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Became Law
WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to address a long-standing issue regarding the recognition and compensation of Filipino veterans who fought alongside U.S. forces during World War II. Historically, their service was not fully recognized, leading to disparities in the benefits they received compared to other U.S. veterans. Many of these veterans are now very old, and this bill offers a chance to provide financial assistance, such as pension benefits, and acknowledge their contributions before they pass away.
If this bill becomes law, it could significantly improve the quality of life for eligible Filipino veterans and their families by providing them with additional financial support and simplifying the process of proving their wartime service. If it doesn't pass, these veterans would continue to face the existing challenges in accessing a full range of benefits, potentially leaving many without the recognition and financial assistance that proponents argue they are due.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Expands the types of benefits available to certain Filipino veterans and Philippine Scouts to include non-service-connected pension benefits (sections 1541 and 1542 of title 38, U.S. Code).
This provision provides new financial support for eligible veterans who meet specific income and age/disability criteria, regardless of whether their condition is directly related to their military service.
PROVISION 02
Allows the VA to consider alternative documentation, beyond official 'guerrilla rosters,' to prove a veteran's service for eligibility.
This makes it easier for veterans who may lack traditional records to prove their service and qualify for benefits, addressing a common barrier they have faced.
PROVISION 03
Removes a restriction from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Section 1002(h)) that limited certain lump-sum payments for Filipino veterans already receiving other benefits.
This removes a barrier, potentially allowing more eligible veterans to receive the full range of benefits they are entitled to without penalty for receiving other aid.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit an annual report to Congress on applications and approvals for benefits under these provisions.
This ensures transparency and accountability regarding the implementation and effectiveness of the expanded benefits and modified eligibility criteria.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 4
D· California
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
32
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 50%
DEM 3 REP 1 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSNOV 17
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
NOV 10
Introduced in House
NOV 10
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6013
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedNov 10, 2025
Last actionNov 17, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED NOV 10, 2025
House BillHR 6013Armed Forces and National Security
Filipino Veterans Fairness Act of 2025
INTRODUCED NOV 10, 2025· LAST ACTION NOV 17, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
4
COMPLEXITY
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