H.R. 785 · Where this bill is now
Waiting for a House vote
Approved by committee Apr 2, 2026; no House vote yet
What this bill does
In plain words · AI-written from the official summaryAdds nursing home expert to VA committee
The Veterans Health Administration has a Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee that helps guide senior care for veterans. This bill would add one new member to that committee—someone from the National Association of State Veterans Homes who is licensed in nursing home administration. The committee would also be required to consult with that association when making decisions about elderly veteran care.
How it affects you
If you're a veteran in a state veterans home or considering long-term care there, this change means nursing home experts will have a direct voice in how the VA approaches senior care. The bill doesn't directly change day-to-day services, but it could help shape future policies affecting older veterans in state facilities.
Read the official summary (Introduced in House, Jan 28, 2025)
Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2025
This bill expands the membership of the Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee within the Veterans Health Administration by requiring the addition of one representative from the National Association of State Veterans Homes who holds a professional license in nursing home administration. Additionally, the committee must consult with the National Association of Veterans State Homes with respect to matters concerning the association.
Written by AI (Claude) using only the official summary by the Congressional Research Service, the Library of Congress’s nonpartisan research staff. It can miss nuance, so check the official summary and the bill text for details.
1st SessionH. R. 785
A BILL
Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans (R-VA-2) · Introduced Jan 28, 2025 · Armed Forces and National Security · 2 versions of the text
Sources: Congress.gov actions and votes · bill text from GovInfo · latest official action Apr 2, 2026: “Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 498.”