Vets Connect Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (21 Jan 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
What this bill does
The Vets Connect Act, H.R. 7176, would require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to create a secure online system. This system would include a database and messaging platform intended to help veterans find and connect with others they served with. The platform would aim to allow connections without immediately revealing personal contact information like phone numbers or email addresses.
Veterans would be able to use the system to search for others based on shared service details, such as branch of service, units, and dates of service. Participation would require veterans to opt in, and their personal contact information would only be visible or shared if they specifically authorized it. The system would be limited to verified veterans and would prohibit the use of its data for commercial solicitation or data brokerage.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 21, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process.
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Timeline
21 Jan 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 7176 do?
- The Vets Connect Act, H.R. 7176, would require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to create a secure online system. This system would include a database and messaging platform intended to help veterans find and connect with others they served with. The platform would aim to allow connections without immediately revealing personal contact information like phone numbers or email addresses. Veterans would be able to use the system to search for others based on shared service details, such as branch of service, units, and dates of service. Participation would require veterans to opt in, and their personal contact information would only be visible or shared if they specifically authorized it. The system would be limited to verified veterans and would prohibit the use of its data for commercial solicitation or data brokerage. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on January 21, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process.
- Has H.R. 7176 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 7176. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 7176?
- H.R. 7176 was sponsored by Rep. Edwards, Chuck [R-NC-11] (R-NC), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 7176?
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (21 Jan 2026).
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