Justice for America’s Veterans and Survivors Act of 2025
Summary
The Justice for America's Veterans and Survivors Act of 2025 mandates the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit an annual report to Congress detailing the causes of death among veterans. This report must include data on service-connected disabilities, primary and secondary causes of death, and the manner of death. The reporting requirement will terminate five years after the Act's enactment.
Expected Effects
The Act aims to provide greater transparency and understanding of the factors contributing to veteran mortality. This data can inform policy decisions and resource allocation within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The report will help identify trends and potential areas for intervention to improve veteran health outcomes.
Potential Benefits
- Provides detailed data on veteran mortality causes.
- Informs policy decisions and resource allocation for veteran healthcare.
- Identifies trends and potential areas for intervention.
- Increases transparency and accountability within the VA.
- Potentially improves veteran health outcomes.
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Potential Disadvantages
- The Act creates an additional reporting requirement for the VA, potentially increasing administrative burden.
- The sunset clause limits the long-term availability of this data.
- The Act does not guarantee that the data will be used effectively to improve veteran care.
- Potential privacy concerns related to the data collected, though the bill mandates aggregated reporting.
- The cost of compiling the report may divert resources from other veteran programs.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause, as it aims to improve the health and well-being of veterans. Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to provide for the common defense and general welfare of the United States, which includes supporting veterans. The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).