Bill · H.R. 7199· House(119-HR-7199)

Gerald’s Law Act

Age: 79 years

Michigan

Introduced: 1/22/2026
Last activity: 1/22/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsored by: Jack Bergman
Cosponsors: - 7 - 7

Armed Forces and National Security

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Gerald's Law Act," proposes an amendment to title 38 of the United States Code. It aims to provide a burial allowance for specific veterans who pass away at home or in another setting. This applies if the veteran was receiving hospice care furnished by the Department of Veterans Affairs at the time of death. Additionally, the care must have been directly preceded by hospital care or nursing home care provided by the Secretary.

Yes

Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+5
The bill provides financial assistance through a burial allowance for veterans transitioning from hospital or nursing home care to home hospice.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+5
The bill expands benefits to include a burial allowance for veterans receiving hospice care at home following specific inpatient care.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+5
The bill provides an expanded burial allowance for veterans who die while receiving VA-furnished hospice care at home.