Last week, U.S. Senators Jim Banks (R-Ind.) and Angus King (I-Maine) introduced the Review Every Veteran’s Claim Act.
This bipartisan legislation seeks to reform the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) claims process, ensuring that veterans’ benefit claims are never denied because they miss a medical disability exam appointment. Veterans and veteran service organizations frequently report frustration with the exam scheduling process, and they should not be penalized for administrative mix-ups. Rep. Morgan Luttrell (R-Texas-08) is the lead in the House.
Banks
“Veterans’ benefit claims shouldn’t be tossed aside because of red tape or poor communication,” Sen. Banks said. “VA has a duty to assist veterans every step of the way, and my bill makes the claims process fairer so veterans always get the benefits they have earned.”
Key provisions
- Protect Against Unfair Denials: Prohibits the VA from denying a claim solely because a veteran missed a scheduled medical disability examination.
- Make the Claims Process Fairer: Makes sure the VA assists veterans in developing medical evidence supporting their claims and never penalizes them.
Click here to read the full text of the bill.
Background
This bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Rep. Luttrell on the House floor on March 14, 2025. It was considered in a House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs subcommittee legislative hearing on March 26, 2025.
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