VETT Act

Senate Bill

S. 677

119th Congress

VETT Act

In Committee

Introduced:Feb 20, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Ted Cruz

Senator

Republican

TX

Cosponsors

3

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Summary

The VETT Act addresses policies related to veterans, focusing on enhancing support, resources, and programs available to military veterans. It aims to improve outcomes for those who have served by strengthening access to benefits and services earned through their military service.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

The VETT Act addresses policies related to veterans, focusing on enhancing support, resources, and programs available to military veterans. It aims to improve outcomes for those who have served by strengthening access to benefits and services earned through their military service.

Last updated: 1/5/2026

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Border Airport Fairness Act of 2025This bill requires the President to designate certain primary airports near the border as ports of entry and terminate the user fee requirement for customs services at these airports.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Improves support systems for military veterans
Enhances access to veteran benefits and services
Addresses needs of those who have served in the military
Strengthens veteran-focused programs and resources
Aims to improve outcomes for service members and veterans

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Veterans would benefit from improved access to support systems and services designed to help them access the benefits they have earned through military service. The bill aims to strengthen existing veteran support programs and address gaps in current policy.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Foreign Trade and International Finance

Related Subjects

Aviation and airports

Border security and unlawful immigration

User charges and fees

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

677, 119th Congress (2025). "VETT Act". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-s-677