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RepublicanBill · S. 3898· Senate(119-S-3898)

Gerald’s Law Reauthorization Act of 2026

Rep. Boozman
Age: 76 years
Arkansas
Introduced
2/24/2026
Last activity
2/24/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsored by
John Boozman
Cosponsors
Republican - 0Democrat - 1
Armed Forces and National Security
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the ``Gerald's Law Reauthorization Act of 2026'', seeks to amend the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act. The primary purpose is to extend burial benefits for specific veterans. This applies to those who die at home while receiving hospice care provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The amendment changes a specific date within the existing law to extend these benefits.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Would people over 65 be better off under this?+5

    The extension of burial benefits is highly beneficial for seniors and veterans receiving end-of-life care.

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+5

    The bill directly extends burial benefits for veterans receiving VA hospice care at home.

  • Would retired people be better off under this?+5

    The expansion of benefits provides financial certainty for retirees and their families regarding end-of-life expenses.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.