Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act of 2025
United States119th CongressHR-3610House of Representatives
Updated: Jun 6, 2025
Summary
The "Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act of 2025" aims to significantly improve access to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits for Native Hawaiian veterans, specifically in the areas of direct housing loans and medical care. This legislation addresses existing disparities by modifying the definition of "Native American" for VA direct housing loans, thereby expanding eligibility for Native Hawaiians to access these financial programs. Furthermore, the bill mandates that the VA Secretary reimburse Native Hawaiian health care systems for the costs of care provided to eligible veterans, regardless of the care delivery method. Crucially, it also exempts Native Hawaiian veterans from any cost-sharing requirements for medical care received through the VA, ensuring they receive necessary care without additional financial burden.
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Timeline
Latest companion bill action
S-1853: Parity for Native Hawaiian Veterans Act of 2025Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
House of Representatives
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
House of Representatives
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