What does Preamble of VETRA Act do?

This bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a pilot program. The pilot program aims to modernize digital identity proofing and authentication systems within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill includes provisions for 'other purposes' beyond the pilot program itself.

What does SHORT TITLE. of VETRA Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Veterans Electronic Trust and Records Authentication Act.

What does DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS PILOT PROGRAM TO MODERNIZE of VETRA Act do?

This section establishes a pilot program within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to modernize digital identity proofing and authentication systems. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs will replace legacy identity verification methods with multi-layered digital solutions to reduce fraud and improve access to digital services for veterans. The pilot program will focus on up to three high-volume digital service platforms, potentially including disability compensation claims, healthcare enrollment, educational benefits, and home loan systems. The Secretary will implement risk-tiered authentication, adjusting requirements based on transaction sensitivity and fraud risk. Digital identity solutions used in the pilot must be commercially available, certified to meet specific NIST standards (IAL2 and AAL2), and comply with federal cybersecurity and privacy requirements. Up to $25,000,000 may be obligated for the pilot program from existing Information Technology Systems funding. The Secretary must submit an implementation plan within 120 days of enactment, followed by interim and final performance reports to Congress. The Government Accountability Office (GAO) will conduct an independent evaluation of the pilot program and submit a report to Congress. The pilot program's authority will terminate two years after the Act's enactment.

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VETRA Act

Last updated: 6/4/2026 · Introduced: 6/4/2026

Author: Michael Lawler (R-NY)

TL;DR (AI)

The VETRA Act establishes a pilot program within the Department of Veterans Affairs to modernize digital identity verification systems, replacing legacy methods with multi-layered solutions.
This bill authorizes up to $25 million from existing IT funding to implement the pilot program, which will focus on high-volume digital service platforms like disability compensation claims and healthcare enrollment.
The Government Accountability Office will evaluate the pilot program's effectiveness, and the program will terminate two years after enactment.

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