ASSIST Act of 2025

United States119th CongressS-1726Senate
Updated: Mar 18, 2026

Summary

This bill clarifies that the Department of Veterans Affairs' definition of medical services includes medically necessary automobile adaptations for veterans, covering both driver and passenger use. It explicitly amends title 38, United States Code, to ensure these modifications are covered. The legislation details various adaptations, such as ramp and kneeling systems, raised roofs, mobility lifts, and wheelchair tiedowns, to enhance accessibility for veterans. These provisions aim to provide comprehensive support for veterans' transportation needs. Additionally, the bill extends the expiration date for certain limits on pension payments from November 30, 2031, to September 30, 2032 .

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Timeline

  1. Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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  2. Introduced in Senate

  3. Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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