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Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-785| House 
| Updated: 2/12/2026
Jennifer A. Kiggans

Jennifer A. Kiggans

Republican Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (18)
Sheri Biggs (Republican)Marcy Kaptur (Democratic)David J. Taylor (Republican)Laura Gillen (Democratic)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Andrew R. Garbarino (Republican)Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (Democratic)Marilyn Strickland (Democratic)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Tom Barrett (Republican)Burgess Owens (Republican)Russ Fulcher (Republican)Nick LaLota (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)Grace Meng (Democratic)Rashida Tlaib (Democratic)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill seeks to enhance the expertise of the Department of Veterans Affairs' Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee by amending title 38, United States Code. It specifically mandates the addition of one representative from the National Association of State Veterans Homes to the committee. This new committee member must possess a professional license in nursing home administration , ensuring specialized knowledge in long-term care for elderly veterans. The legislation also requires the Under Secretary for Health to consult with the President of the National Association of State Veterans Homes on matters concerning the association, fostering greater collaboration on geriatric care policies.
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Timeline
Jan 28, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 28, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 4, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Jun 12, 2025
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Feb 5, 2026
Subcommittee on Health Discharged
Feb 12, 2026
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Feb 12, 2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • January 28, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 28, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • March 4, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.


  • June 12, 2025
    Subcommittee Hearings Held


  • February 5, 2026
    Subcommittee on Health Discharged


  • February 12, 2026
    Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.


  • February 12, 2026
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Armed Forces and National Security

Advisory bodiesAgingDepartment of Veterans AffairsLong-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care

Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2025

USA119th CongressHR-785| House 
| Updated: 2/12/2026
This bill seeks to enhance the expertise of the Department of Veterans Affairs' Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee by amending title 38, United States Code. It specifically mandates the addition of one representative from the National Association of State Veterans Homes to the committee. This new committee member must possess a professional license in nursing home administration , ensuring specialized knowledge in long-term care for elderly veterans. The legislation also requires the Under Secretary for Health to consult with the President of the National Association of State Veterans Homes on matters concerning the association, fostering greater collaboration on geriatric care policies.
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Timeline
Jan 28, 2025
Introduced in House
Jan 28, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 4, 2025
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Jun 12, 2025
Subcommittee Hearings Held
Feb 5, 2026
Subcommittee on Health Discharged
Feb 12, 2026
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Feb 12, 2026
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • January 28, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • January 28, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • March 4, 2025
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.


  • June 12, 2025
    Subcommittee Hearings Held


  • February 5, 2026
    Subcommittee on Health Discharged


  • February 12, 2026
    Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.


  • February 12, 2026
    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Jennifer A. Kiggans

Jennifer A. Kiggans

Republican Representative

Virginia

Cosponsors (18)
Sheri Biggs (Republican)Marcy Kaptur (Democratic)David J. Taylor (Republican)Laura Gillen (Democratic)Eugene Simon Vindman (Democratic)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Andrew R. Garbarino (Republican)Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (Democratic)Marilyn Strickland (Democratic)Daniel S. Goldman (Democratic)Tom Barrett (Republican)Burgess Owens (Republican)Russ Fulcher (Republican)Nick LaLota (Republican)Susie Lee (Democratic)Grace Meng (Democratic)Rashida Tlaib (Democratic)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Advisory bodiesAgingDepartment of Veterans AffairsLong-term, rehabilitative, and terminal care