Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025

Progress

Timeline

• Mar 26Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered).
• Mar 25Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1589)
• Mar 24Motion by Senator Thune to refer to Senate Committee on Rules and Administration the House message to accompany S. 1383 with instructions to report back forthwith with the following amendment (SA 4772) made in Senate.

Summary

**What it does:** This bill would create a new Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee to help improve accessibility for veterans with disabilities who use Veterans Affairs (VA) services and facilities. **Who it affects:** - Veterans with disabilities who receive VA healthcare, benefits, or services - The Department of Veterans Affairs and its facilities - Organizations that advocate for veterans with disabilities **What would change:** The committee would review VA programs and facilities to identify accessibility barriers and recommend improvements. This could lead to better wheelchair access, improved signage, enhanced digital accessibility for VA websites and apps, and other accommodations that make it easier for veterans with disabilities to access their earned benefits and healthcare. **Current status:** The bill is still being reviewed in a Senate committee and has not yet been voted on by the full Senate or House of Representatives.

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