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Autonomy for All Disabled Veterans Act

1/5/2024, 4:45 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4047

Bill 118 hr 4047, also known as the Autonomy for All Disabled Veterans Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide greater autonomy and independence for disabled veterans by expanding access to resources and services that can help them live more independently.

One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a new program that would provide grants to disabled veterans to help them modify their homes to better accommodate their disabilities. This could include things like installing ramps, widening doorways, or making other modifications to improve accessibility.

Additionally, the bill aims to improve access to transportation services for disabled veterans, ensuring that they can easily get to medical appointments, job interviews, or other important events. This could involve providing funding for transportation services or expanding existing programs to better serve disabled veterans. Overall, the Autonomy for All Disabled Veterans Act seeks to empower disabled veterans to live more independently and improve their quality of life. By providing greater access to resources and services, this bill aims to support those who have sacrificed so much for our country.

Current Status of Bill HR 4047

Bill HR 4047 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2023. Bill HR 4047 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2023.  Bill HR 4047's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of July 17, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4047

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 4047

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Disability and paralysis
- Inflation and prices
- Veterans' loans, housing, homeless programs
- Veterans' medical care
- Veterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4047

Autonomy for All Disabled Veterans Act
Autonomy for All Disabled Veterans Act
To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the amount paid by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to veterans for improvements and structural alterations furnished as part of home health services.

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