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VERY Act of 2025

7/26/2025, 8:26 PM

Summary of Bill HR 2625

Bill 119 HR 2625, also known as the "Veteran Employment Transition Act," aims to make changes to title 38 of the United States Code in order to modernize and clarify terminology related to veteran employment. The bill seeks to ensure that the language used in the law accurately reflects the current landscape of veteran employment and provides clear guidance for employers and veterans alike.

Specifically, the bill updates terminology related to job training and placement programs for veterans, as well as the qualifications and requirements for veterans seeking employment assistance. By making these changes, the bill aims to streamline the process for veterans to access the resources and support they need to successfully transition into civilian employment.

Overall, the goal of Bill 119 HR 2625 is to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of veteran employment programs by ensuring that the language used in the law is up-to-date and relevant to the needs of veterans in today's workforce. This bill has the potential to make a positive impact on the lives of veterans by helping them secure meaningful employment opportunities after their service to our country.

Congressional Summary of HR 2625

Veterans Employment Readiness Yield Act of 2025 or the VERY Act of 2025 

This bill revises terminology used under the Veteran Readiness and Employment program, specifically by replacing the use of employment handicap with employment barrier.

Current Status of Bill HR 2625

Bill HR 2625 is currently in the status of Passed in House since July 21, 2025. Bill HR 2625 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 3, 2025.  Bill HR 2625's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of July 22, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2625

Total Number of Sponsors
18
Democrat Sponsors
18
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
5
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2625

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Veterans' education, employment, rehabilitation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2625

To amend title 38, United States Code, to update certain terminology regarding veteran employment.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to update certain terminology regarding veteran employment.

Comments

Corey Wheeler profile image

Corey Wheeler

550

9 months ago

I can't believe this bill, it's so bad for us. I don't know what they were thinking when they passed it. It's going to mess everything up. I hope they fix it soon. #politics #USA #HR2625

Cassandra Cummings profile image

Cassandra Cummings

615

8 months ago

I hate this bill! It make me pay more taxes and I can't afford it! Stupid government!

Lincoln Hunter profile image

Lincoln Hunter

530

8 months ago

I'm not sure about this new bill, it seems like it could have some unintended consequences. I wonder how it will impact people like me. #UnitedStatesHRBill2625VERYActof2025 will affect many individuals across the country.

Callum Padgett profile image

Callum Padgett

607

6 months ago

This bill is so dumb, it's gonna mess everything up.