Washington, DC – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives voted again, to pass the Fairness for Servicemembers and their Families Act of 2025, reintroduced by Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) and Congressman Keith Self (TX-03). The legislation is bipartisan and bicameral and ensures life insurance packages for servicemembers and veterans account for changes in the economy.
“Our servicemembers put their lives on the line for their country, and we must secure the well-being of their families and loved ones in the event of a tragedy,” said Strickland. “The passage of this bill makes it clear that Congress continues to stand by our military families.”
Companion legislation was introduced in the Senate by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX). The Senate cosponsors are Senators Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Angus King (I-ME), Thomas Tillis (R-NC), Pete Ricketts (R-NE), Mark Kelly (D-AZ), and Mazie Hirono (D-HI).
The bill improves the financial safety net for veterans, servicemembers, and their families by helping to ensure coverage amounts for the Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance (SGLI) and the Veterans Group Life Insurance (VGLI) account for changes in economic trends.
Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) serves on the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. She is Whip of the New Democrat Coalition, Secretary of the Congressional Black Caucus, and is one of the first Korean-American women elected to Congress.
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