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Housing our Veterans Act

12/30/2022, 4:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6810

The Housing our Veterans Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 6810, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing the housing needs of veterans. The bill seeks to provide affordable and stable housing options for veterans who may be experiencing homelessness or struggling to find suitable housing.

One of the key provisions of the Housing our Veterans Act is the establishment of a grant program that would allocate funding to organizations and agencies that work to provide housing assistance to veterans. These grants would be used to support a variety of housing initiatives, including rental assistance programs, transitional housing options, and supportive services for veterans in need.

Additionally, the bill includes measures to streamline the process for veterans to access housing assistance and services. This includes improving coordination between federal agencies, such as the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Housing and Urban Development, to ensure that veterans are able to easily navigate the system and receive the support they need. Overall, the Housing our Veterans Act aims to address the pressing issue of veteran homelessness and housing instability by providing resources and support to help veterans secure safe and affordable housing options. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step towards fulfilling the nation's commitment to supporting those who have served in the military.

Congressional Summary of HR 6810

Housing our Veterans Act

This bill requires the Government Accountability Office to report to Congress on the availability of affordable housing for veterans who have or are participating in any program administered by the Homeless Programs Office of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Current Status of Bill HR 6810

Bill HR 6810 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 22, 2022. Bill HR 6810 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 22, 2022.  Bill HR 6810's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. as of March 28, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6810

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6810

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6810

Housing our Veterans Act
Housing our Veterans Act
To direct the Comptroller General of the United States to report on the availability of affordable housing for veterans who have or are participating in any program administered by the Homeless Programs Office of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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