Federal veterans disability legislation
Summary
Commissioner Starks reported that grassroots advocacy helped stall the Take Care of American Veterans Act and secured the 218th signature needed to force the Major Richard Star Act to the House floor — which would end benefit offsets for about 60,000 combat-wounded veterans medically retired.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
CBO cost estimates cited ranged from $23 billion to $57 billion, though Commissioner Starks disputed those figures.
Roughly 60,000 combat-wounded veterans medically retired from service who currently face disability pay offsets.
If passed, veterans with sleep apnea or tinnitus ratings could lose disability compensation.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Human Rights Commission - Sep 21, 2026
Commissioner Starks reported that grassroots advocacy helped stall the Take Care of American Veterans Act and secured the 218th signature needed to force the Major Richard Star Act to the House floor — which would end benefit offsets for about 60,000 combat-wounded veterans medically retired.
Human Rights Commission - Aug 17, 2026
Commissioner testimony warned of a congressional push (the Take Care of America Veterans Act) to remove sleep apnea and tinnitus from VA disability compensation, potentially shifting $57 billion in mandatory spending and setting a dangerous precedent.
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