Caring for Survivors Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-07-23T14:14:13Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2055 Caring for Survivors Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

7/23/2025, 2:14 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2055

Bill 119 HR 2055 aims to make changes to title 38 of the United States Code in order to enhance and broaden the eligibility criteria for dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC) provided to specific survivors of veterans. The bill seeks to improve the benefits available to survivors of veterans who have passed away as a result of a service-connected disability or while on active duty. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to extend DIC benefits to survivors of veterans who were receiving compensation for a service-connected disability at the time of their death.

The proposed changes in the bill are designed to ensure that more survivors of veterans are able to receive the financial support they need following the loss of their loved one. By expanding eligibility for DIC benefits, the bill aims to provide greater assistance to those who have sacrificed so much in support of our country.

In addition to these changes, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the administration and implementation of DIC benefits. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2055 seeks to improve and expand the support available to survivors of veterans, ensuring that they receive the recognition and assistance they deserve for their sacrifices.

Congressional Summary of HR 2055

Caring for Survivors Act of 2025

This bill increases the monthly rate of dependency and indemnity compensation payable to surviving spouses through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Dependency and indemnity compensation is a monthly payment made to eligible survivors (i.e., spouses, parents, or children) of (1) certain veterans who died as a result of a service-connected condition; (2) service members killed while on active military duty or active or inactive duty for training; or (3) veterans who did not die from a service-connected condition, but were totally disabled by a service-connected disability for a certain period of time.

The bill also (1) reduces, from 10 years to 5 years, the period of time that certain veterans must have been rated totally disabled due to a service-connected disability in order for a survivor to qualify for benefits; and (2) specifies the amount that is payable to survivors of veterans who were rated totally disabled for a period of less than 10 years before their death.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2055

Bill HR 2055 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2055 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2055's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held as of June 24, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2055

Total Number of Sponsors

Democrat Sponsors

Republican Sponsors

Unaffiliated Sponsors

Total Number of Cosponsors

649

Democrat Cosponsors

629

Republican Cosponsors

Unaffiliated Cosponsors

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2055

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Employee hiring

- Employment and training programs

- Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2055

To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve and to expand eligibility for dependency and indemnity compensation paid to certain survivors of certain veterans, and for other purposes.

Comments

Clara Godfrey

426

4 months ago

I can't believe they passed this bill. It's just going to cause more problems for everyone.

Harvey O'Brien

462

5 months ago

I don't think this bill is a good idea. It might cause some problems for me down the road.

Lukas May

489

4 months ago

This bill is a joke. It's gonna mess things up for me in the long run.

Calvin Lynn

431

5 months ago

This bill hurts my family.

Eileen Henderson

399

5 months ago

I can't believe this bill is passing, it's gonna mess everything up for me and my family. This is just another example of the government not caring about the little guy. Did you know that this bill also includes provisions for increased funding for mental health services for survivors?