House vote: H.R. 1039 // April 7, 2025Needed two-thirds to pass
Clear Communication for Veterans Claims Act
Sponsor: Tom Barrett (R-MI)
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center to assess notices that the VA sends to claimants applying for or submitting claims for VA benefits. The VA must report on the findings of the assessment and implement recommendations in the assessment. The bill also extends certain loan fee rates through June 23, 2034, under the VA's home loan program.
Armed Forces and National Security Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 5.3% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 412 | 94.7% |
| Nay | Lost | 0 | 0.0% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 5.3% |