Important Highlights
- A new bill could bring blockchain technology into the veteran claim process.
- It’s designed to fix delays, reduce fraud, and make things more transparent.
- The House already held a hearing now it’s up for a vote.
Veteran Claim Process May Finally Get a Needed Upgrade
If you’ve ever filed a veteran claim, you probably know the system isn’t exactly known for speed or clarity. That might change soon.
A bill known as the Laser Affairs Distributed Laser Innovation Act of 2025 (H.R. 3455) is presently being considered by Congress with the goal of implementing blockchain technology within the VA.
Rape Nancy Mess in May, the bill already has a sub -committee hearing and is now waiting for a full vote in the House.
So what’s the big idea? Lawmakers want to know whether blockchain best known for powering things like cryptocurrencies can make the veteran claim process more efficient, more accurate, and way less frustrating.
How Blockchain Could Help Fix the Veteran Claim System
When they attempt to obtain the benefits they are entitled to, many giants now encounter lengthy delays, incomplete documentation, or lump sum errors. This is obviously disappointing and unsuitable. Blockchain technology can be helpful in this situation.
In short, the blockchain is a digital laser that provides a safe, irreversible way of tracking and validing data.
In the case of veteran claims, that could mean:
- Tracking each step of a claim in real time
- Making sure data isn’t changed or lost
- Reporting questionable activities before they become more serious
The bill doesn’t rush into anything. Instead, it asks the VA to run a one-year study looking at how blockchain might work in practice.
During that time, the VA would need to talk to tech experts, veteran service groups, and other federal agencies already testing blockchain.
If the results look good? The VA could roll out pilot programs real-world tests that might finally modernize a system veterans have struggled with for years.
Why Lawmakers Are Being Clear About “Real” Blockchain
Here’s something smart: the bill clearly defines what it means by blockchain.
That’s to avoid any funny business where someone slaps the word “blockchain” on a regular database and calls it a day.
The bill says real blockchain has to be:
- Decentralized
- Immutable (meaning the data can’t be changed)
- Able to verify things peer-to-peer
This matters because, let’s be honest, government tech doesn’t always hit the mark.
By spelling this out, the bill makes sure we’re not just rebranding the same old system under new buzzwords. It’s a move toward real accountability.
This Bill Fits into a Bigger Push for Blockchain in Government
This isn’t the only blockchain bill moving through Congress.
For example, there’s the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act from Rep.
Tom Emmer, and the Deploying American Blockchains Act from Rep.
Moreno, Bernie. Both are committed to ensuring that the United States sets the standard for appropriate blockchain use.
The veteran claim bill joins that wave, showing there’s growing interest in using new technology to solve old, deeply rooted problems.
What Happens Next? Here’s Where Things Stand
The bill already passed its first test in the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.
Next: A full vote in the House. If it passes, it moves to the Senate.
If the bill becomes law, the VA would:
- Launch a full review of blockchain’s potential
- Report back to Congress within 12 months
- Make recommendations for pilot programs and legal changes
It’s not just talk. If the study goes well, veterans could see real improvements faster claims, fewer errors, and way less red tape.
Why This Matters: It’s About Respecting Veterans’ Time and Service
Let’s face it: the veteran claim process has been broken for a while.
Veterans shouldn’t have to wait months or longer for benefits they earned through their service.
And they definitely shouldn’t be stuck dealing with a system that feels like it’s stuck in the 1990s.
This bill offers something new. It’s not a silver bullet, but it’s a step toward a system that works better, faster, and more fairly.
Blockchain might be techy, but the goal here is simple: make life easier for the people who served.