Veterans' Legislation Reform – Resources
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  1. Introduced Bill
  2. Passage of the VETS Act
  3. Senate Committee Report
  4. Presentations
  5. Frequently asked questions 
  6. Information Factsheets

This page brings together materials that have been prepared to assist you in understanding the Veterans’ Entitlements, Treatment and Support (Simplification and Harmonisation) Act 2025.

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Introduced Bill

The below Bill and Explanatory Memorandum were introduced into Parliament on 3 July 2024.

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Passage of the VETS Act

The VETS Bill was passed by both Houses of Parliament on 13 February 2025.

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Senate Committee Report

The Senate Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Legislation Committee tabled its report on the Bill on 3 October 2024.

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Presentations

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Frequently asked questions 

A list of frequently asked questions has been compiled to assist you understanding the veterans’ legislation reform.

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Information Factsheets

We are working hard to create information factsheets, more information will be made progressively available.  

Click on a topic under Related Pages below for more information.

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Additional Disablement Amount

This is a new benefit that will be introduced to ensure continued support for severely disabled, ageing veterans

Aids, Appliances and Modifications

Aids, appliances and modifications can help you stay independent and active

Children of Veterans

Benefits that may be available for the children of a veteran are determined by the veteran’s service type

Compensation for Dependants

There are a variety of supports available for family members of veterans who are deceased

DRCA Partners

Information for partners currently covered under the DRCA

DRCA Veterans

DRCA covers certain service before 1 July 2004

Education Scheme

Education schemes provide eligible dependants of certain veterans with financial assistance and student support services

Household Services, Attendant Care and Veteran Home Care

Veterans can be provided with extra support if they need help at home because of an injury or medical condition

Incapacity Payments

Compensation for economic loss due to the inability (or reduced ability) to work because of a service related injury or disease

Initial Liability

Liability is the first step in the compensation process

MRCA Enhancements

The act that covers current and former ADF members with service after 30 June 2004

MRCA Veterans and Dependants

MRCA provides treatment, rehabilitation and compensation for service-related injuries, conditions and death

National Servicemen

Infromation for veterans with National Service

New Governance Arrangements

The Governance provisions within DVA administer the legislation that provides benefits and support to Australia’s defence and veteran community

Permanent Impairment Compensation

Permanent Impairment compensation is another form of compensation which is paid to an eligible veteran

Rehabilitation

DVA rehabilitation can help you to understand the civilian health system and overcome barriers impacting on your wellbeing

Reservists

From 1 July 2026, MRCA eligibility will expand to include all reservists

Single Review Pathway

As a DVA client you can appeal a decision that has been made

Special Rate Disability Pension

SRDP is a benefit for veterans who are under pension age and are unable to work due to their accepted conditions. From 1 July 2026, the Veterans’ Entitlements Act 1986 (VEA) and Safety

TPI Veterans

Information for veterans receiving Special Rate payments

Travel for Treatment Legislative Reform

If you have paid to travel to health appointments, or to get medical evidence, we may reimburse some of the costs

VEA Partners

Infromation for partners receiving payments under the VEA

VEA Veterans

Veterans who were injured in service before 1 July 2004 may be covered under VEA

Veteran Card

The Veteran Card (Gold, White and Orange) provides access to medical treatment and a range of services and supports

Veterans' Legislation Reform – Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about legislation reform

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