Bills · S 2501
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 2501Fraud offenses and financial crimesVeterans' pensions and compensation
VSAFE Act of 2025
INTRO JUL 29· LAST ACTION JUL 29
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because scams targeting veterans are a significant and growing problem, often leading to financial distress and emotional harm. This bill aims to provide a clear, central point of contact within the VA to help veterans protect themselves and get assistance, which could reduce their vulnerability to fraud.
If this bill becomes law, veterans would have better access to information and support specifically designed to combat scams, and federal agencies would be encouraged to work together more closely on this issue. If it doesn't pass, the current fragmented approach to fraud prevention and response for veterans would likely continue, leaving many without a dedicated and coordinated resource to turn to. The minor extension of the pension payment limit ensures existing rules continue to apply for a slightly longer duration, impacting the administrative timeline for certain pension calculations.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a Veterans Scam and Fraud Evasion Officer within the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Creates a dedicated role focused entirely on protecting veterans from fraud and scams.
PROVISION 02
Assigns the VSAFE Officer responsibilities including scam prevention, incident response, providing resources, and communication during fraud incidents to veterans and VA employees.
Ensures a proactive and responsive approach to fraud, offering veterans a central point for guidance and support.
PROVISION 03
Requires the VSAFE Officer to coordinate with federal agencies (e.g., IRS, DOJ) and veterans service organizations to improve fraud prevention efforts.
Promotes a unified strategy against fraud, leveraging resources and expertise from across the government and community groups.
PROVISION 04
Extends the date for certain limits on VA pension payments from November 30, 2031, to January 30, 2032.
Maintains the existing administrative rules for specific pension payments for an additional two months.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 3
R· Texas
YRS IN OFFICE
23
BILLS LED
137
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 100%
DEM 1 REP 1 IND 1
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSJUL 29
Introduced in Senate
JUL 29
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 2501
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJul 29, 2025
Last actionJul 29, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · VETERANS' AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUL 29, 2025
Senate BillS 2501Fraud offenses and financial crimesVeterans' pensions and compensation
VSAFE Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUL 29, 2025· LAST ACTION JUL 29, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
3
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