Deliver for Veterans Act: VA Gets Green Light to Cover Vehicle Shipping for Eligible Vets

The Deliver for Veterans Act of 2025 makes a straightforward change to an existing benefit: it authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to pay for the cost of delivering automobiles or other conveyances to eligible veterans. This adds shipping expenses to the list of costs the VA can cover under section 3902(a) of title 38, United States Code, which already allows the VA to help pay for the vehicle itself.

Closing the Gap: From Purchase to Pavement

Think about it this way: previously, the VA could help a qualifying veteran purchase a specially adapted vehicle, which is a huge help. But getting that vehicle to the veteran, especially if they live far from a specialized dealer or need it shipped for other reasons, could involve extra costs that weren't explicitly covered. This bill aims to close that gap.

By amending the existing law, the Act allows the VA to use funds to cover the shipping or delivery charges associated with getting the vehicle into the veteran's hands. For an eligible veteran who needs a specific type of conveyance due to a service-connected disability, this change removes a potential financial barrier, making it easier to access the transportation essential for their independence and daily life. While this broadens the benefit for veterans, it does mean the VA will be authorized to spend funds on these delivery costs, which ultimately comes from taxpayer dollars.