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Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program Reauthorization Act of 2009

4/7/2025, 3:36 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1171

Bill 111 hr 1171, also known as the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program Reauthorization Act of 2009, is a piece of legislation that aims to provide support and assistance to homeless veterans in the United States. The bill seeks to reauthorize the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP), which was originally established in 1987 to help homeless veterans reintegrate into society and find stable employment.

The main provisions of the bill include increasing funding for the HVRP, expanding the program to reach more homeless veterans, and improving coordination between the Department of Labor, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other agencies involved in providing services to homeless veterans. The bill also includes provisions to improve data collection and evaluation of the program's effectiveness, as well as to increase outreach efforts to identify and assist homeless veterans.

Overall, the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program Reauthorization Act of 2009 aims to address the unique challenges faced by homeless veterans and provide them with the support they need to rebuild their lives and reintegrate into society. By reauthorizing and expanding the HVRP, the bill seeks to ensure that homeless veterans have access to the resources and assistance they need to find stable housing and employment.

Current Status of Bill HR 1171

Bill HR 1171 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2009. Bill HR 1171 was introduced during Congress 111 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2009.  Bill HR 1171's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of March 31, 2009

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1171

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1171

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

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