On Memorial Day, Congresswoman Sheri Biggs Announces New Bill to Expand Life Insurance Access for All Veterans

Washington, D.C. – As Americans gather to remember the fallen, Congresswoman Sheri Biggs (R-SC-03) is leading the charge to care for those who made it home. This Memorial Day, she introduced the Veterans’ Life Insurance Expansion & Integrity Act, a bill that ensures every veteran under the age of 81 — not just those with service-connected disabilities — can access the VA life insurance they’ve earned.

 “Memorial Day reminds us of the ultimate sacrifice paid — but it also reminds us of the lasting debt we owe to every veteran who answered the call,” said Congresswoman Biggs. “No veteran should be denied the chance to protect their family just because they weren’t injured on paper. My bill fixes that.” 

Congresswoman Biggs is joined in this effort by fellow South Carolinian Congressman Ralph Norman (R-SC-05), who is a cosponsor of the legislation. 

“This crucial legislation is about doing right by our veterans who laid their lives on the line for us," said Congressman Norman. "By reforming veterans’ insurance to benefit a larger pool, we continue taking steps in the right direction to ensure that those who have given everything to our country in service get the care that they undoubtedly deserve." 

Veterans’ support groups have echoed strong support for the legislation.

 Jesse Taylor, President of Vets Helping Vets said, “I think that it’s long overdue. If a Veteran puts his life on the line for this Great Country, I think the country should provide insurance at a fair price regardless of disability.” 

Right now, the VA only offers life insurance to veterans who have a service-connected disability — leaving out countless others who also served. Congresswoman Biggs’ bill changes that. It opens the program to all veterans under 81, so more families can get the coverage and peace of mind they deserve. And importantly, it doesn’t cost taxpayers a dime.

The bill also makes sure the program stays strong by letting the VA fix any payment mistakes and report back to Congress after two years to show how it’s working. 

“This is a straightforward, no-cost solution that gives veterans what they’ve earned and protects taxpayers at the same time,” Congresswoman Biggs said. “In South Carolina’s Third District, we believe in honoring service with action — not just words. This bill does exactly that.”