HR. 1685In Committee
Justice for ALS Veterans Act of 2025
Extends increased dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouses of veterans who die from ALS without requiring the veteran to have had the disease for eight years before death
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Extends increased dependency and indemnity compensation to surviving spouses of veterans who die from ALS without requiring the veteran to have had the disease for eight years before death
Key points
- Require eight year marriage period
- Direct VA disability equivalency report
- Extend survivor compensation for ALS deaths
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2026-02-03 — Subcommittee Hearings Held
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedArmed Forces and National SecurityMarriage and family statusNeurological disordersVeterans' pensions and compensation