Fisher House Availability Act of 2025
Fisher House Access for Military Families
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill allows military members and their families who use TRICARE health insurance to stay at VA temporary lodging, like Fisher Houses, if there is extra room. Currently, these houses are primarily reserved for veterans getting care at VA hospitals.
- The change helps families who have to travel long distances for medical care at non-VA facilities. It lets them stay close to their loved ones without having to pay for expensive hotels, as long as the rooms are not already being used by veterans.
- Family members or people providing support to a TRICARE patient would also be allowed to stay. This ensures that patients have the emotional and physical help they need while recovering from surgery or receiving specialized treatment.
- Fisher Houses are comfort homes built by private foundations and donated to the government. They are located near military and VA medical centers so families can be together during a medical crisis without the financial burden of lodging costs.
Impact Analysis
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Milestones
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Subcommittee on Health Discharged
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Fisher House Availability Act of 2025
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