Fisher House Availability Act of 2025

The Fisher House Availability Act of 2025 aims to significantly broaden access to temporary lodging facilities , such as Fisher Houses, operated by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Currently, these facilities primarily serve veterans and their immediate families. This bill proposes to extend eligibility to a wider range of individuals, particularly those requiring medical care far from home, by amending title 38, United States Code. The legislation will permit members of the Armed Forces (regardless of duty status) and other individuals on active duty to utilize these lodgings on a space-available basis . This expanded access also includes their family members and others providing familial support when traveling a significant distance for care at VA or non-VA facilities. Additionally, family members of veterans or eligible individuals who need to travel for their own care, along with their accompanying support, can access these facilities under the same space-available conditions. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs will be directed to establish clear criteria for providing this expanded access, ensuring more military personnel, active duty individuals, and their supporting families have convenient and affordable temporary housing during times of medical need.