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Veterans Transition Support Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-5930| House 
| Updated: 11/17/2025
Donald S. Beyer

Donald S. Beyer

Democratic Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (3)
Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)Morgan McGarvey (Democratic)Juan Ciscomani (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee, Economic Opportunity Subcommittee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislation aims to significantly enhance the Department of Veterans Affairs' Solid Start program by extending its reach to servicemembers before their separation from the Armed Forces. It mandates that the VA coordinate efforts with the Department of Defense to assist these transitioning individuals, prioritizing outreach to those between 120 and 210 days prior to their separation. Key new provisions include collecting Department of Defense suicide prevention policies and contacts to inform servicemembers in crisis about available resources. The bill also requires the VA to make at least one phone call to each transitioning servicemember, regardless of separation type, between 210 and 120 days before their separation. During this crucial call, servicemembers must be informed about transitional healthcare options and provided with contact information for their nearest VA facility and a recognized representative for disability compensation claims. Additionally, the program may use text messages or email to schedule calls or establish contact if phone calls are unsuccessful, ensuring comprehensive outreach.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-10386
Veterans Transition Support Act of 2024
Nov 7, 2025
Introduced in House
Nov 7, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Nov 17, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-10386
    Veterans Transition Support Act of 2024


  • November 7, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • November 7, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • November 17, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.

Armed Forces and National Security

Veterans Transition Support Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-5930| House 
| Updated: 11/17/2025
This legislation aims to significantly enhance the Department of Veterans Affairs' Solid Start program by extending its reach to servicemembers before their separation from the Armed Forces. It mandates that the VA coordinate efforts with the Department of Defense to assist these transitioning individuals, prioritizing outreach to those between 120 and 210 days prior to their separation. Key new provisions include collecting Department of Defense suicide prevention policies and contacts to inform servicemembers in crisis about available resources. The bill also requires the VA to make at least one phone call to each transitioning servicemember, regardless of separation type, between 210 and 120 days before their separation. During this crucial call, servicemembers must be informed about transitional healthcare options and provided with contact information for their nearest VA facility and a recognized representative for disability compensation claims. Additionally, the program may use text messages or email to schedule calls or establish contact if phone calls are unsuccessful, ensuring comprehensive outreach.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HR 118-10386
Veterans Transition Support Act of 2024
Nov 7, 2025
Introduced in House
Nov 7, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Nov 17, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HR 118-10386
    Veterans Transition Support Act of 2024


  • November 7, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • November 7, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • November 17, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Donald S. Beyer

Donald S. Beyer

Democratic Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (3)
Suhas Subramanyam (Democratic)Morgan McGarvey (Democratic)Juan Ciscomani (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee, Economic Opportunity Subcommittee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted