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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS

Senate BillS 3726Veterans' organizations and recognitionState and local government operations

National Veterans Strategy Act of 2026

INTRO JAN 29· LAST ACTION APR 29

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Voters should care about this bill because it aims to make the support system for veterans more organized and effective. Currently, many different groups offer services to veterans, but there isn't a unified vision for what 'success' means or a coordinated plan to achieve it. This bill would change that by creating a clear, measurable definition of veteran well-being and a national strategy to ensure all resources are working together efficiently.

If this bill becomes law, it could lead to more targeted and impactful services for veterans, potentially reducing issues like veteran homelessness, unemployment, and mental health crises by ensuring programs are tailored to specific needs and consistently evaluated. If it doesn't pass, the current fragmented approach to veteran support would likely continue, potentially leading to duplication of efforts in some areas and gaps in others, making it harder to ensure all veterans receive the comprehensive support they need to thrive after their service.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Requires the President to establish clear metrics for 'veteran success' across areas like health, economic security, education, and social engagement.

This provision creates a common understanding and measurable goals for veteran well-being, which is crucial for effective support.

PROVISION 02

Mandates the President to develop and submit to Congress a National Veterans Strategy at least every four years, coordinating efforts from various public and private organizations.

This ensures a unified and long-term national plan to support veterans, bringing together diverse resources.

PROVISION 03

Stipulates that the National Veterans Strategy must consider the varying needs of veterans from different demographics, such as age, location, gender, and disability status.

This ensures the strategy addresses the specific and unique challenges faced by different groups of veterans, making support more equitable and effective.

PROVISION 04

Requires the strategy to include methods for evaluating overall veteran well-being and to provide direction on how benefits and services should be applied for maximum effectiveness.

This provision focuses on accountability and efficiency, ensuring that veteran support programs are impactful and resources are used wisely.

PROVISION 05

Federal agencies and recipients of federal grants must consistently apply standard metrics from the strategy to evaluate outcomes.

This ensures uniform data collection and evaluation across all federally funded veteran programs, allowing for better tracking of progress and identification of best practices.

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TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 3726

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedJan 29, 2026

Last actionApr 29, 2026

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 29, 2026

Senate BillS 3726Veterans' organizations and recognitionState and local government operations

National Veterans Strategy Act of 2026

INTRODUCED JAN 29, 2026· LAST ACTION APR 29, 2026

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READING

13 min

COSPONSORS

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STEP 2 OF 8

Introduced

In Committee

Reported

Passed Senate

Passed House

Conference

To President

Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed Senate
Passed House
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Requires the President to establish clear metrics for 'veteran success' across areas like health, economic security, education, and social engagement.

This provision creates a common understanding and measurable goals for veteran well-being, which is crucial for effective support.

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Mandates the President to develop and submit to Congress a National Veterans Strategy at least every four years, coordinating efforts from various public and private organizations.

This ensures a unified and long-term national plan to support veterans, bringing together diverse resources.

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Stipulates that the National Veterans Strategy must consider the varying needs of veterans from different demographics, such as age, location, gender, and disability status.

This ensures the strategy addresses the specific and unique challenges faced by different groups of veterans, making support more equitable and effective.

high

Requires the strategy to include methods for evaluating overall veteran well-being and to provide direction on how benefits and services should be applied for maximum effectiveness.

This provision focuses on accountability and efficiency, ensuring that veteran support programs are impactful and resources are used wisely.

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Federal agencies and recipients of federal grants must consistently apply standard metrics from the strategy to evaluate outcomes.

This ensures uniform data collection and evaluation across all federally funded veteran programs, allowing for better tracking of progress and identification of best practices.

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not less frequently than once every four years

President must formulate and submit a national strategy to Congress

within 60 days after the date on which Congress receives a national strategy

Congress has to enact a joint resolution disapproving a national strategy

PENALTIES & ENFORCEMENT

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TYPE	AMOUNT	WHO
administrative	Loss of continued receipt of the grant	Each Federal agency and recipient of a Federal grant that fails to apply standard metrics consistently and uniformly

GLOSSARY

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Title 38, United States Code: The section of U.S. federal law that deals with veterans' benefits, services, and affairs.
Metrics: Specific, measurable standards or indicators used to track progress and determine success.
Veterans service organizations: Non-profit groups that advocate for and provide services to veterans and their families (e.g., American Legion, VFW).
Institutions of higher learning: Colleges, universities, and other post-secondary educational institutions.
Joint resolution: A legislative measure that, if passed by both the House and Senate and signed by the President (or overridden by Congress), has the force of law, often used for specific or temporary matters.
National Veterans Strategy: A comprehensive, coordinated plan developed by the President to align resources and efforts to help veterans achieve success after military service.

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