Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act

11/15/2024, 12:41 AM
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 613.
Bill 118 hr 8340, also known as the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act, aims to provide housing assistance to disabled veterans who are experiencing homelessness. The bill recognizes the sacrifices made by these veterans in service to their country and seeks to ensure that they have access to safe and stable housing.

The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a grant program to fund housing assistance for disabled veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The grants will be awarded to eligible organizations, such as non-profit organizations and local government agencies, to provide housing vouchers, rental assistance, and supportive services to veterans in need.

Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to collaborate with other federal agencies, state and local governments, and community organizations to coordinate efforts to address homelessness among disabled veterans. This coordination is intended to ensure that veterans receive comprehensive support services to help them secure and maintain stable housing. Overall, the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act seeks to address the urgent need for housing assistance among disabled veterans who are experiencing homelessness. By providing funding for housing vouchers and supportive services, the bill aims to help these veterans transition out of homelessness and into safe and stable housing.
Congress
118

Number
HR - 8340

Introduced on
2024-05-10

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/1/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 613.
Bill 118 hr 8340, also known as the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act, aims to provide housing assistance to disabled veterans who are experiencing homelessness. The bill recognizes the sacrifices made by these veterans in service to their country and seeks to ensure that they have access to safe and stable housing.

The key provisions of the bill include the establishment of a grant program to fund housing assistance for disabled veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The grants will be awarded to eligible organizations, such as non-profit organizations and local government agencies, to provide housing vouchers, rental assistance, and supportive services to veterans in need.

Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to collaborate with other federal agencies, state and local governments, and community organizations to coordinate efforts to address homelessness among disabled veterans. This coordination is intended to ensure that veterans receive comprehensive support services to help them secure and maintain stable housing. Overall, the Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act seeks to address the urgent need for housing assistance among disabled veterans who are experiencing homelessness. By providing funding for housing vouchers and supportive services, the bill aims to help these veterans transition out of homelessness and into safe and stable housing.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend section 3(b)(4) of the United States Housing Act of 1937 to exclude certain disability benefits from income for the purposes of determining eligibility for the supported housing program under section 8(o)(19), and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Housing and Community Development

Potential Impact
Disability assistance
Low- and moderate-income housing
Veterans' loans, housing, homeless programs

Comments

APPROVED
DC
Dorothy Coates
@lima_bean_panch_phoron_bay_leaf27601
This bill is so dumb, waste of money smh.

APPROVED
KB
Kayla Blackburn
@onion_mitmita_bunnahabhain52247
I can't believe this bill is finally passing! It's about time we start taking care of our disabled veterans who are living on the streets. This is a huge step in the right direction for our country. How will this bill help those in need in the short ...

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Latest Action11/1/2024
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 613.