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H.R. 1226 · 118th Congress · 2023–2024

Wounded Warrior Access Act

H.R. 1226 in the 118th Congress (2023–2024) became law — introduced on Feb 28, 2023, sponsored by Pete Aguilar with 2 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 118th Congress (2023–2024), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Feb 28, 2023
Co-sponsors
2
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security
Public law
Public Law 118-21

What it does

Wounded Warrior Access Act This act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish and maintain a secure online tool or website to enable a claimant or their representative to make records requests related to VA claims and benefits. Requests for records must specify in which format the copy is desired.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Pete Aguilar (D-CA). Co-sponsors: 2 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedFeb 28, 2023
  • Passed the HouseMar 7, 2023
  • Passed the SenateNov 2, 2023
  • Sent to the PresidentNov 9, 2023
  • Became lawNov 13, 2023

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 118-21. (Nov 13, 2023)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
    House · Mar 7, 2023 · Passed
    422–0

Every roll call vote on this bill

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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 1226 (118th Congress): Wounded Warrior Access Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/118-hr-1226/wounded-warrior-access-act (accessed 2026-10-13).

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