Congress·In Progress·H.R. 3726

Fisher House Access for Military Families

Fisher House Availability Act of 2025

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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.

4 milestones6 actions

Feb 12, 2026House

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Feb 12, 2026House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Feb 5, 2026House

Subcommittee on Health Discharged

Jun 17, 2025House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Jun 4, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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Congressional Bill

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Fisher House Availability Act of 2025

Bill NumberHR 3726

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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