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Veterans Appeals Efficiency Act of 2025

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-06-09
Introduced
3
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Sponsor

Jim Banks
Jim Banks
Republican · IN · Senator
Votes with party: 75.7% (847 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (3)

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Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 119-247.

2025-12-10

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Committee Activity

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Plain-English Summary

The legislation aims to speed up the process for veterans to appeal decisions about their benefits and disability claims through the Department of Veterans Affairs. By streamlining how appeals are handled and potentially reducing wait times, the bill would help veterans get faster decisions on disputed benefits like disability compensation, healthcare coverage, and other services they've earned through military service. The measure has been reviewed by the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, which held public hearings to examine its potential impact.

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Armed Forces and National Security
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