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US HB7174
Bill
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Deluzio
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AI Summary
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Future authorizations for use of military force or declarations of war must include an authorization of appropriations for the Department of Veterans Affairs
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Appropriations would cover medical care, disability compensation, and other earned benefits for veterans resulting from military activities under the authorization
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Funding amounts would be "such sums as may be necessary" rather than a fixed dollar figure
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The Secretary of Defense and Secretary of Veterans Affairs would jointly determine the appropriations needed
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Introduced January 21, 2026 by Rep. Deluzio and Rep. Lieu; referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs
Legislative Description
Full Cost of War Act
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
1/21/2026