Bill · S.Con.Res. 23· Senate(119-SCONRES-23)
A concurrent resolution recognizing the difficult challenges Black veterans faced when returning home after serving in the Armed Forces, their heroic military sacrifices, and their patriotism in fighting for equal rights and for the dignity of a people and a Nation.
- Introduced
- 11/6/2025
- Last activity
- 11/6/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Lisa Blunt Rochester
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
A concurrent resolution is how the Senate and the House settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.
What this bill would do
This concurrent resolution recognizes the military sacrifices and patriotism of Black veterans throughout United States history. It highlights the challenges they faced, including discrimination and substandard care, while fighting for equal rights both abroad and at home. The resolution acknowledges their role in sparking the civil rights movement. Finally, it calls for the Department of Veterans Affairs to work toward eliminating health and benefit disparities for minority veterans.
Yes· 3 of 14
Would Black Americans be better off under this?+8
Specifically recognizes the sacrifices of Black veterans and calls for an end to their health and benefit disparities.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+6
Provides official recognition of Black veterans and aims to improve minority veteran care.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+5
The resolution calls for the VA to eliminate health disparities for minority veterans.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Elimination of Disparities: The resolution recognizes the need for the Department of Veterans Affairs to continue working to eliminate health and benefit disparities for minority veterans in the United States. This is positive as it addresses the fact that Black veterans suffer from homelessness and chronic illnesses at a disproportionate rate. (Resolved section 2)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for individuals or groups are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For African Americans+8Good For Veterans+6Good For Low Income Households+3Good For Retirees+3Good For Seniors+3Good For Asian Americans+2Good For Hispanic Americans+2Good For Native Americans+2Good For Women+2
- Healthcare
- Improves Veterans Healthcare+5Improves Healthcare Access+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+5Reduces Homelessness+2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+5
- 11/6/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- Introduced in Senate
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