Committee Approves FY27 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act
Washington, D.C. – The House Appropriations Committee met to consider the Fiscal Year 2027 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. The measure was approved by the Committee with a unanimous vote of 58 to 0.
Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee Chairman John Carter (R-TX) said, “This legislation upholds our sacred obligation to the men and women who have served the United States of America and defended our freedoms across the globe. The bill ensures that our veterans receive the care and benefits they have earned, while making critical investments in military infrastructure, housing, and childcare to support our servicemembers and their families. It also takes meaningful steps to address some of the biggest challenges facing our veteran population, including homelessness and mental health, because no hero should be left behind. At a time when threats around the world are multiplying, this bill strengthens our military readiness and the quality of life for those who have served and those currently serving. Taking care of our heroes is our responsibility, and I am proud to see this bill advance out of committee as we work to fulfill that duty. I thank Chairman Cole for his leadership and look forward to continuing to work together to get this bill over the finish line.”
Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) said, “The uniform represents a promise to America – and this bill ensures we keep ours in return. It reflects a fundamental obligation we carry as a nation: to stand behind those who have worn it, those who serve today, and the families who back them every step of the way. We are delivering the support, resources, and readiness that make a real difference. From fully funding veteran health care and upholding mental health services – to investing in the infrastructure and quality-of-life needs our forces rely on to remain mission-ready – this bill follows through on that commitment. Care, capability, and construction come together in this measure to support those who serve – past and present – and reinforce our base posture. I commend Chairman Carter’s leadership in advancing these vital priorities. As the first bill to move out of full committee this year, it sets a strong foundation for the FY27 work ahead.”
Subcommittee Chairman Carter’s opening remarks are available here.
Chairman Cole's opening remarks are available here.
The Fiscal Year 2027 Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Act
The Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill provides a total discretionary allocation of $157 billion, which is nearly $4 billion (3%) above the Fiscal Year 2026 enacted level. The bill reflects priorities of the America First agenda by including critical investments in military infrastructure that support readiness and the military families that utilize them. In addition, the bill provides $323.9 billion for mandatory programs, for a total of $469.49 billion in overall funding for Fiscal Year 2027.
In summary, the bill supports those who have sacrificed for our country and maintains our commitment to the well-being of both servicemembers and veterans.
Key Takeaways
Champions our veterans by:
- Fully funding veterans’ health care programs.
- Fully funding veterans’ benefits.
- Maintaining funding for research, mental health programs, and other programs relied upon by veterans.
- Investing over $2 billion in capital improvements for VA Medical Facilities and four national cemeteries.
Supports the Trump Administration and the mandate of the American people by:
- Protecting the 2nd Amendment rights of veterans by preventing the VA from sending information to the FBI about veterans without a judge’s consent.
- Fully funding the Community Care account, which empowers veterans to seek specialty care to meet their unique needs.
- Supporting the Trump Administration’s efforts in improving mental health and suicide prevention among veterans.
Bolsters U.S. national security and border protections by:
- Providing robust funding for military construction, enabling continued investment in the Indo-Pacific region and infrastructure necessary to support United States advanced weapons systems.
- Maintaining the prohibitions on the closure of Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and the use of military construction funds to build facilities for detainees on U.S. soil.
- Prohibiting the VA from purchasing resources directly or indirectly from Communist China.
A summary of the bill is available here.
Adopted Amendments
- Carter #1 (Manager’s Amendment) - Makes technical, bipartisan changes to the bill and report.
- The amendment was adopted by voice vote.
- Carter # 2 – Reiterates existing policy of procedural due process and right to counsel on the removal proceedings of certain servicemembers and veterans.
- The amendment was adopted by a vote of 34 to 28.
Bill text, before adoption of amendments, is available here.
Bill report, before adoption of amendments, is available here.
A table of included Community Project Funding requests is available here.
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