Defense & Veterans Bills

Military operations, veteran benefits, national security, and homeland defense legislation. Showing the most recently active bills in the 119th Congress.

1. HR 8197 — To terminate the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.

   Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2] (R) Introduced 2026-04-06 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the...

2. HR 8199 — To require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a comprehensive standard for timing between referrals and appointments for care from the Department of Veterans Affairs and to submit a report with respect to that standard, and for other purposes.

   Rep. Franklin, Scott [R-FL-18] (R) Introduced 2026-04-06 3 cosponsors Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

3. HR 8206 — Homeland Security and Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026

   Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21] (R) Introduced 2026-04-06 Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the...

4. HR 785 — Representing our Seniors at VA Act of 2026

   Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2] (R) Introduced 2025-01-28 18 cosponsors Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 498.

5. HR 1352 — To designate the General George C. Marshall House, in the Commonwealth of Virginia, as an affiliated area of the National Park System, and for other purposes.

   Rep. Subramanyam, Suhas [D-VA-10] (D) Introduced 2025-02-13 Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 500.

6. HR 7147 — Further Additional Continuing Appropriations Act, 2026

   Rep. Cole, Tom [R-OK-4] (R) Introduced 2026-01-20 Message on Senate action sent to the House.

7. HR 8029 — Making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes.

   Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6] (R) Introduced 2026-03-20 Received in the Senate.

8. HR 8175 — To amend title 10, United States Code, and the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1994, to codify and clarify gender neutral standards for members of certain Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

   Rep. Houlahan, Chrissy [D-PA-6] (D) Introduced 2026-04-02 36 cosponsors Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

9. HRES 1150 — Recognizing and honoring Cambodian veterans of the Khmer National Armed Forces for their sacrifices, their support of the Armed Forces of the United States, and their defense of freedom in Southeast Asia.

   Rep. Barragán, Nanette Diaz [D-CA-44] (D) Introduced 2026-04-02 3 cosponsors Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

10. S 3971 — Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act

    Sen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA] (R) Introduced 2026-03-03 1 cosponsors Presented to President.

11. HR 3482 — Veterans Community Care Scheduling Improvement Act

    Rep. Barrett, Tom [R-MI-7] (R) Introduced 2025-05-19 1 cosponsors Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 496.

12. HR 7735 — Improving Mental Health Support for Servicemembers and Veterans Act

    Rep. Golden, Jared F. [D-ME-2] (D) Introduced 2026-02-26 5 cosponsors Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

13. HCONRES 83 — Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove the United States Armed Forces from hostilities in Lebanon that have not been authorized by Congress.

    Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12] (D) Introduced 2026-03-27 3 cosponsors Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

14. HR 8131 — To authorize the creation of a service ribbon to be awarded to a member of the National Guard who performs homeland defense duty.

    Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3] (R) Introduced 2026-03-27 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

15. S 858 — Hershel ‘Woody' Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act

    Sen. Justice, James C. [R-WV] (R) Introduced 2025-03-05 13 cosponsors Held at the desk.

16. HR 1004 — Love Lives On Act of 2025

    Rep. Hudson, Richard [R-NC-9] (R) Introduced 2025-02-05 151 cosponsors Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

17. HR 5339 — Susan E. Lukas 9/11 Servicemember Fairness Act

    Rep. Subramanyam, Suhas [D-VA-10] (D) Introduced 2025-09-11 7 cosponsors Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

18. HR 7653 — Biodefense Diplomacy Enhancement Act

    Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3] (R) Introduced 2026-02-23 5 cosponsors Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 46 - 0.

19. HR 8103 — To prohibit the use of funds to use military force in or against Cuba, and for other purposes.

    Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7] (D) Introduced 2026-03-26 18 cosponsors Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the...

20. S 1383 — Veterans Accessibility Advisory Committee Act of 2025

    Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] (R) Introduced 2025-04-09 8 cosponsors Considered by Senate (Message from the House considered). (consideration: CR S1647)

21. S 4217 — Copay Fairness for Veterans Act of 2026

    Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL] (D) Introduced 2026-03-26 1 cosponsors Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

22. S 4219 — Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act of 2026

    Sen. Budd, Ted [R-NC] (R) Introduced 2026-03-26 1 cosponsors Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

23. SJRES 158 — A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sales to the Government of the United Arab Emirates of certain defense articles and services.

    Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD] (D) Introduced 2026-03-26 2 cosponsors Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.

24. SRES 662 — A resolution honoring the life and service of United States Marine Corps veteran Nicholas Douglas Quets, expressing condolences to his family, and condemning cartel violence.

    Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ] (D) Introduced 2026-03-26 Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1673-1674)

25. SRES 663 — A resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of the Ohio Air National Guard airmen who were killed in the Boeing KC-135 Stratotanker crash in Iraq during Operation Epic Fury.

    Sen. Moreno, Bernie [R-OH] (R) Introduced 2026-03-26 1 cosponsors Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text: CR S1674)

26. HRES 1131 — Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8029) making appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1128) expressing the support of the House of Representatives for the Department of Homeland Security; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5103) to establish a program to Beautify the District of Columbia and establish the District of Columbia Safe and Beautiful Commission; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7084) to amend title 46, United States Code, with respect to the types of vessels that may enter or operate in navigable waters of the United States or transfer cargo in any port or place under the jurisdiction of the United States, and for other purposes; and for other purposes.

    Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9] (R) Introduced 2026-03-24 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

27. HRES 1135 — Electing Members to certain standing committees of the House of Representatives

    Rep. Houchin, Erin [R-IN-9] (R) Introduced 2026-03-25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

28. SRES 648 — A resolution honoring the memory, service, and sacrifice of Master Sergeant Nicole M. Amor, United States Army Reserve.

    Sen. Klobuchar, Amy [D-MN] (D) Introduced 2026-03-17 1 cosponsors Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and an amended preamble by...

29. HR 8044 — Get Justice-Involved Veterans BACK HOME Act

    Rep. Conaway, Herbert C. [D-NJ-3] (D) Introduced 2026-03-24 1 cosponsors Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee...

30. HR 8052 — Veteran Infection Prevention Act

    Rep. Kiggans, Jennifer A. [R-VA-2] (R) Introduced 2026-03-24 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.