H.R.2625 - Veterans Employment Readiness Yield Act of 2025; VERY Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.2625, the Veterans Employment Readiness Yield Act of 2025 (VERY Act of 2025), proposes amending Title 38 of the United States Code to update terminology related to veteran employment. Specifically, it aims to replace the terms "employment handicap" and "employment handicaps" with "employment barrier" and "employment barriers," respectively. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 3, 2025, and committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union on June 25, 2025.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill is a change in the language used in Title 38 concerning veteran employment. This terminological update seeks to modernize the language and potentially reduce any negative connotations associated with the term "handicap". The change aims to promote a more inclusive and supportive environment for veterans seeking employment.
Potential Benefits
- Modernizes language used in reference to veteran employment, potentially reducing stigma.
- Promotes a more inclusive and supportive environment for veterans.
- May positively influence public perception of veterans seeking employment.
- Could lead to increased veteran participation in employment programs.
- Simplifies and clarifies the language within Title 38 of the U.S. Code.
Potential Disadvantages
- The change is primarily semantic and may not result in substantial material benefits for veterans.
- The bill does not address underlying issues related to veteran employment, such as skills gaps or employer biases.
- The cost of implementing the terminology change across all relevant government documents and systems is not specified.
- The impact on veteran employment rates is likely to be minimal.
- Could be perceived as a superficial change that does not address deeper systemic issues.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the general welfare clause of the Constitution, as it aims to improve the lives of veterans. Specifically, the change in terminology could be seen as an effort to promote the general welfare of veterans seeking employment. Article I, Section 8 grants Congress the power to make laws necessary and proper for carrying out its enumerated powers, which includes providing for the common defense and general welfare.
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).