House vote: H.R. 3123 // February 2, 2026Needed two-thirds to pass
Ernest Peltz Accrued Veterans Benefits Act
Sponsor: Elise Stefanik (R-NY)
This bill establishes procedures for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to issue a pension that was due but unpaid at the time of a veteran’s death. , transfer to the state). To be eligible for such pension payments, a claimant of accrued benefits must file an application within one year after the veteran's death.
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 6.7% 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 | 405 | 93.1% |
| Nay | Lost | 1 | 0.2% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 6.7% |