CHIP IN for Veterans Act of 2026
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, the CHIP IN for Veterans Act of 2026, permanently extends a pilot program allowing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to accept donated facilities and improvements. It also authorizes the VA to accept donations of construction services, minor construction, and maintenance projects, provided they align with the VA’s strategic planning priorities and are determined to benefit veterans. The bill streamlines the donation process and requires formal agreements between donors and the VA to ensure proper oversight and compliance.
Key provisions
- Extends the VA’s pilot program for accepting donated facilities and improvements permanently.
- Authorizes the VA to accept donations of construction services, minor construction, and maintenance projects.
- Requires donations to align with the VA’s strategic capital investment planning.
- Simplifies donation agreements and requirements.
- Mandates formal agreements with donors outlining oversight, compliance, and liability protections.
- Requires donor-provided insurance and warranties.
- Establishes reporting requirements for donations accepted under the new provisions.
- Specifies that donations cannot increase the cost to the Federal Government.
Who is affected
- Department of Veterans Affairs
- Veterans
- Donors (private entities, non-profits)
- Construction Industry
- Federal Government
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