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Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2026
4/8/2026, 6:41 PM
Summary of Bill HR 785
Bill 119 HR 785, also known as the "Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to include a representative from the National Association of State Veterans Homes on the Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee of the Department of Veterans Affairs. This committee provides advice and recommendations to the Department of Veterans Affairs on matters relating to the care and treatment of elderly veterans.
The addition of a representative from the National Association of State Veterans Homes to the committee will ensure that the unique needs and perspectives of veterans living in state-run veterans homes are taken into consideration when making decisions about geriatric and gerontology care within the VA. This will help to improve the quality of care and services provided to elderly veterans, ensuring that they receive the best possible support in their later years.
Overall, Bill 119 HR 785 seeks to enhance the representation and expertise on the Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee, ultimately benefiting elderly veterans and improving the quality of care they receive from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The addition of a representative from the National Association of State Veterans Homes to the committee will ensure that the unique needs and perspectives of veterans living in state-run veterans homes are taken into consideration when making decisions about geriatric and gerontology care within the VA. This will help to improve the quality of care and services provided to elderly veterans, ensuring that they receive the best possible support in their later years.
Overall, Bill 119 HR 785 seeks to enhance the representation and expertise on the Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee, ultimately benefiting elderly veterans and improving the quality of care they receive from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Congressional Summary of HR 785
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.
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Current Status of Bill HR 785
Bill HR 785 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2025. Bill HR 785 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2025. Bill HR 785's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 498. as of April 2, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 785
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
72Democrat Cosponsors
41Republican Cosponsors
31Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 785
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 785
To amend title 38, United States Code, to include a representative of the National Association of State Veterans Homes on the Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to include a representative of the National Association of State Veterans Homes on the Geriatrics and Gerontology Advisory Committee of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Comments
Rylan Warren
665
9 days ago
This bill ain't right. It gonna mess with my VA benefits. Why they gotta change things now? It's gonna affect us seniors who rely on the VA for our healthcare. I don't like it one bit.
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 785
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