Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2026

Summary of HR 6047: Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2025

Bill Number: HR 6047

Introduced: November 17, 2025

Status: Introduced in House

Committee: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs

Purpose and Intent

The Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act of 2025 aims to enhance financial support for veterans by increasing the rates of certain disability compensation and dependency and indemnity compensation (DIC) administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This legislation seeks to provide more substantial financial assistance to veterans and their families, recognizing their service and sacrifices.

Key Provisions

1. Increase in Disability Compensation

• Wartime Disability Compensation:
  • The bill proposes an amendment to Section 1114 of Title 38, United States Code, which will introduce a new subsection (u). This provision mandates that veterans eligible for a monthly aid and attendance allowance will receive an additional $833.33 per month, effective December 1, 2026.

2. Increase in Dependency and Indemnity Compensation

• Adjustment Based on Social Security Increases:
  • The bill amends Section 5312 of Title 38 to require that whenever there is an increase in benefit amounts under Title II of the Social Security Act, the VA must also increase the DIC amounts. The increase will be calculated as the percentage increase in Social Security benefits plus an additional 1%.
  • This adjustment will take effect on December 1, 2026, and will apply to months beginning on or after that date. The requirement will terminate after the fifth increase has been implemented.

3. Modification of Loan Fee Waivers

• The bill modifies the provisions regarding fees collected for guaranteed housing loans. It allows for the collection of fees from veterans receiving compensation for disabilities rated at 70% or less during a specified period from the enactment date until September 30, 2035. This provision will take effect on August 1, 2026.

Impact

Who Will Be Affected?

• Veterans: The primary beneficiaries of this bill will be veterans who qualify for disability compensation and those who are eligible for dependency and indemnity compensation. The additional financial support aims to alleviate economic burdens faced by veterans and their families.
• Families of Veterans: Families of veterans who have passed away due to service-related conditions will also benefit from the increased DIC.

Financial Implications

• The bill represents a significant increase in financial support for veterans, which could improve their quality of life and provide necessary resources for healthcare and living expenses.

Procedural Aspects

• The bill was introduced and referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs on the same day, November 17, 2025. Further legislative actions will determine its progression through Congress.

This summary provides an overview of HR 6047, highlighting its intent to enhance veterans' benefits and the specific provisions that will impact veterans and their families.