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Supporting All Veteran Families Act

12/30/2022, 4:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6849

The Supporting All Veteran Families Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 6849, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide support and assistance to all veteran families, regardless of their immigration status.

The bill aims to ensure that all veteran families have access to the resources and benefits they need to thrive, including healthcare, education, and employment opportunities. It also seeks to address the unique challenges that immigrant veteran families may face, such as language barriers and legal obstacles.

If passed, the Supporting All Veteran Families Act would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to develop and implement a comprehensive outreach and support program for veteran families, with a focus on reaching out to immigrant communities. The bill would also establish a grant program to fund community-based organizations that provide services to veteran families, including legal assistance and mental health support. Overall, the Supporting All Veteran Families Act is designed to ensure that all veteran families, regardless of their immigration status, receive the support and assistance they need to thrive in the United States. It is currently being reviewed by Congress and has the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of veteran families across the country.

Congressional Summary of HR 6849

Supporting All Veteran Families Act

This bill updates terminology related to marriage under laws administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, including by removing the specification that a spouse must be a person of the opposite sex.

Current Status of Bill HR 6849

Bill HR 6849 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 25, 2022. Bill HR 6849 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 25, 2022.  Bill HR 6849's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of March 28, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6849

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
8
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6849

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6849

Supporting All Veteran Families Act
Supporting All Veteran Families Act
To amend title 38, United States Code, to update certain terminology related to marriage under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

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