House Passes Broad Veterans Benefits and Services Package

The House passed H.R. 9237, a package of nearly 60 bills addressing VA access, disability-claims administration, caregiver support, and other services. The Major Richard Star Act and proposed sleep-apnea and tinnitus rating changes remain unresolved and are not law. California’s SB 296 may increase property-tax exemptions for qualifying disabled veterans beginning with the January 1, 2027 lien date; confirm eligibility and filing details with the county assessor.