S.1267 - Deliver for Veterans Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
S.1267, the "Deliver for Veterans Act of 2025," aims to amend Title 38 of the United States Code. The amendment would authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to cover the costs of delivering adapted automobiles to eligible disabled veterans. The bill was introduced in the Senate by Ms. Murkowski and Mr. Schatz and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill would be to ease the financial burden on disabled veterans who require specially adapted vehicles. By covering delivery costs, the bill seeks to improve access to these essential vehicles. This could improve the quality of life for disabled veterans.
Potential Benefits
- Reduces financial burden on disabled veterans by covering delivery costs.
- Improves access to adapted vehicles for eligible veterans.
- Potentially enhances the quality of life and independence of disabled veterans.
- Streamlines the process for veterans to receive necessary vehicle adaptations.
- Demonstrates Congressional support for veterans' well-being.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential increase in administrative costs for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Possible delays in implementation due to bureaucratic processes.
- Limited scope, focusing only on delivery costs and not other potential financial burdens related to vehicle adaptation.
- Risk of fraud or misuse of funds if proper oversight is not implemented.
- The bill does not address the underlying issues of disability or access to care.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution's general welfare clause, as it aims to support disabled veterans. Specifically, the Constitution in its preamble states that one of its purposes is to "promote the general Welfare". The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations. Congress has the power to legislate in areas concerning the military and veterans.
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).