Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026
House Passes Bill to Boost Disability Pay and Expand VA Home Loans for National Guard
The House of Representatives has passed this bill, and it is now moving to the Senate for further consideration. It is currently active and making progress through the legislative process. There are no companion bills listed at this time.
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235–179
Veterans' benefit increases usually have strong support from both parties and the bill has already passed the House with momentum.
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Veterans using VA home loans will see some funding fees increase, with certain categories nearly tripling from 0.50% to 1.42%. These higher fees are used to offset the cost of expanded benefits but raise the upfront cost of homeownership for those affected. The fees are extended through September 2036, lasting about two years longer than current law.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 179 (Roll no. 191).
Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 235 - 179 (Roll no. 191).
The House of Representatives voted to approve this bill. It now goes to the Senate.
Considered as unfinished business.
POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 6047, the Chair put the question on passage of the bill and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Takano demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
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1 voteOn Passage
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Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026
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