Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Summary
The legislation requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to raise disability compensation, dependent and indemnity payments, and the clothing allowance for veterans and their survivors on Dec 1 2026. The increase will be the same percentage that Social Security benefits rise that year. This is intended to keep veterans’ benefits in step with inflation.
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