Congresswoman Torres Introduces Honor Their Service Act to Ensure Veterans Are Not Deported Without Legal Help

June 18, 2026 Congresswoman Torres Introduces Honor Their Service Act to Ensure Veterans Are Not Deported Without Legal Help Washington, D.C – Today, Congresswoman Norma Torres introduced the Honor Their Service Act legislation to provide immigration legal services for noncitizen veterans who served our country but now face deportation, removal proceedings, or barriers to returning home. The bill would authorize the Department of Veterans Affairs to award $20 million in grants over four years to nonprofit and public entities that provide immigration legal assistance to noncitizen veterans, including legal defense in deportation proceedings, naturalization assistance, discharge upgrade support, and help for deported veterans seeking lawful reentry into the United States. “For generations, noncitizens have answered the call to serve in the United States Armed Forces, risking their lives in defense of our country,” said Congresswoman Torres. “No veteran who wore the uniform of this nation should be left to navigate our broken immigration system alone or face deportation without access to legal representation. This bill is about dignity, fairness, and honoring the service of the men and women who defended our freedoms. I am calling for my Republican colleagues to do the right thing and ensure we protect veterans.” Background: Thousands of noncitizens have served honorably in the U.S. Armed Forces. Yet some veterans still face deportation, immigration barriers, or lack access to legal representation. This legislation seeks to ensure those who served our country are not abandoned after their military service and can access the legal support they deserve and would: Create a VA grant program for organizations providing immigration legal services to noncitizen veterans. Helps veterans facing deportation or removal proceedings access legal representation. Supports naturalization applications for veterans eligible through military service. Assists deported veterans seeking lawful reentry into the United States. Expands access to services in rural communities and through virtual support. Authorizes $20 million in grants over four years. One Pager ### Print Email Share Tweet