HR 1956
BAH Restoration Act
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 2:41 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the BAH Restoration Act, aims to change how the basic housing allowance (BAH) is calculated for members of the uniformed services stationed within the United States. Currently, BAH is based on a percentage difference from a national average. This legislation would shift the calculation to directly reflect the actual cost of housing in the area where the service member is stationed, as determined by the Department of Defense, considering their pay grade and dependency status. The goal is to provide a more accurate and up-to-date housing allowance.
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