Miller-Meeks Votes to Expand Care for Veterans

November 11, 2026 Press Release WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D. (IA-01) voted to pass the Take Care of America’s Veterans Act (H.R. 9237), a sweeping, bipartisan package that expands health care access, strengthens disability and survivor benefits, and improves services for millions of America’s veterans and their families. “Taking care of the men and women who have served our country is one of our most important responsibilities. Our veterans kept their promise to America, and we must keep our promise to them,” said Rep. Miller-Meeks . “This legislation makes meaningful improvements to the VA, expands access to health care, strengthens support for disabled veterans and their caregivers, and ensures our veterans and their families receive the benefits they have earned. As a 24-year Army veteran, I am proud to support this effort to put veterans first.” The legislation includes nearly 60 bipartisan bills and represents one of the most significant expansions of veterans’ health care and benefits in decades. It delivers on our nation’s promise to ensure veterans receive the care, benefits, and support they have earned without unnecessary government bureaucracy. Background The Major Richard Star Act is included in H.R. 9237 and would allow thousands of combat-injured veterans to receive their full military retirement pay and VA disability compensation without an offset. This change would address a longstanding inequity for veterans who were medically retired before completing 20 years of service. Congresswoman Miller-Meeks crossed party lines to vote in favor of the Major Richard Star Act as a standalone bill while also supporting a discharge petition to bring the legislation to the House floor for consideration. Issues : Veterans