VERY Act of 2024

Hozzl · 2024-12-16T20:36:33Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7653 VERY Act of 2024 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/16/2024, 8:36 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7653

The Bill 118 hr 7653, also known as the Vera Equality and Reconciliation for Youth (VERY) Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address issues related to juvenile justice and the criminalization of youth in the United States.

The VERY Act of 2024 aims to promote alternatives to incarceration for young people, particularly those from marginalized communities. It seeks to provide resources and support for programs that focus on rehabilitation and restorative justice for youth offenders. The bill also includes provisions for training law enforcement officers and other stakeholders on how to effectively work with young people in the justice system.

Additionally, the VERY Act of 2024 addresses the issue of racial disparities in the juvenile justice system by requiring data collection and reporting on the race and ethnicity of youth involved in the system. This information will be used to identify and address systemic inequalities that contribute to the overrepresentation of minority youth in the justice system. Overall, the Bill 118 hr 7653, VERY Act of 2024, is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to reform the juvenile justice system in the United States and promote a more equitable and effective approach to addressing youth crime.

Congressional Summary of HR 7653

Veterans Employment Readiness Yield Act of 2024 or the VERY Act of 2024

This bill revises terminology used under the Veteran Readiness and Employment program, specifically by replacing the use of employment handicap with employment barrier.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7653

Bill HR 7653 is currently in the status of Passed in House since November 18, 2024. Bill HR 7653 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 13, 2024. Bill HR 7653's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of November 19, 2024

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7653

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7653

VERY Act of 2024Veterans Employment Readiness Yield Act of 2024VERY Act of 2024To amend title 38, United States Code, to update certain terminology regarding veteran employment.

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