Congress·Reported·S. 2333

Veterans' Health Records: Adding Family Observations After Death

Health Records Enhancement Act

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This bill would allow family members to add information to a veteran's official health record after they have passed away. This includes health problems or symptoms the family saw that might not have been recorded by a doctor while the veteran was still alive.
The goal is to help families create a more complete picture of a veteran's health. This is often important for families trying to prove that a veteran's death or illness was caused by their military service, which can help them qualify for survivor benefits.
The new information would be added as a supplement, meaning it sits alongside the original records. It cannot be used to change or delete what medical professionals previously wrote in the file.
Only specific people can make these updates: someone the veteran chose before they died, or an immediate family member like a spouse, parent, or adult child. The government would have one year to create a simple process for families of veterans and TRICARE members to use.

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Mar 18, 2026Senate

Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

Dec 10, 2025Senate

Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.

Jul 17, 2025Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Jul 17, 2025

Introduced in Senate

1 bill

Health Records Enhancement Act

Dec 19 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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Congressional Bill

Official Title

Health Records Enhancement Act

Bill NumberS 2333

Congress119th Congress

ChamberSenate

Latest ActionCommittee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

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