Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2026
Sen. Moran Introduces the Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2026
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs. It was recently introduced and read twice before being sent to the committee for further study. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This is a routine annual bill that almost always receives unanimous support because it ensures veterans' benefits keep up with inflation.
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Veterans receiving disability compensation would see their monthly payments go up to match inflation, effective December 1, 2026. This annual adjustment helps ensure that the buying power of their benefits does not shrink as prices for groceries, rent, and other essentials rise. The increase applies to all disability rating levels and also covers additional compensation for veterans who have spouses, children, or other dependents.
“the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall increase, in accordance with subsection (c), the dollar amounts in effect on November 30, 2026, for the payment of disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation”
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2026
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