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H.R. 1912: Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act of 2025

A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeHouse bill (H.R.)
Originating chamberHouse
Introduced2025-03-06
SponsorRep. Connolly, Gerald E. [D-VA-11]
Policy areaArmed Forces and National Security
Cosponsors7
Latest action2025-12-12 — Became Public Law No: 119-56.
Last updated2026-07-13

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in House, 2025-03-06):

Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act of 2025

This bill modifies the procedures by which the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reissues misused benefits to a beneficiary, including by requiring the VA to establish methods and timing with respect to determining whether an instance of misuse by a fiduciary is the result of negligence by the VA. The bill also provides that if a beneficiary predeceases a reissuance, the VA must pay the amount to a surviving beneficiary in the same method as certain other VA benefits are paid upon the death of a beneficiary.

Under the bill, the VA may not withhold the reissuing of a benefit payment by reason of a pending determination regarding the VA's negligence in relation to the instance of misuse by a fiduciary. Additionally, the VA is not required to make a determination regarding its negligence for each instance of misuse by a fiduciary of all or part of an individual's benefit paid to such fiduciary.

Cosponsors (7)

NameParty / state
Juan Ciscomani R AZ (original cosponsor) 2025-03-06
Gregory F. Murphy R NC (original cosponsor) 2025-03-06
Zachary Nunn R IA (original cosponsor) 2025-03-06
Andrea Salinas D OR (original cosponsor) 2025-03-06
Rashida Tlaib D MI (original cosponsor) 2025-03-06
Brian K. Fitzpatrick R PA 2025-03-21
Josh Harder D CA 2025-04-07

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 1912 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is H.R. 1912?

H.R. 1912 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: Veteran Fraud Reimbursement Act of 2025.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 1912 are available on congress.gov.

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