CHIP IN for Veterans Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-05-27T14:11:19Z

Explore the details of House Bill 217 CHIP IN for Veterans Act of 2025 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.

5/27/2025, 2:11 PM

Summary of Bill HR 217

Bill 119 HR 217, also known as the Communities Helping Invest through Property and Improvements Needed for Veterans Act of 2016, aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to make permanent a pilot program that was authorized by the original act. The pilot program was designed to assist veterans in obtaining housing by providing grants to organizations that help renovate or build affordable housing for veterans.

The bill seeks to make this program a permanent fixture in order to continue supporting veterans in need of housing assistance. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for other purposes related to veteran housing and support.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 217 is focused on providing ongoing support for veterans by ensuring that they have access to affordable and safe housing options. It aims to address the needs of veterans who may be struggling to find suitable housing and aims to improve their overall quality of life.

Congressional Summary of HR 217

Communities Helping Invest through Property and Improvements Needed for Veterans Act or the CHIP IN for Veterans Act

This bill makes permanent, starting December 16, 2026, the pilot program under which the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) may accept donations of property or facilities from certain nonfederal entities (e.g., state authorities or private entities). The bill also removes the limit on the number of donations that the VA may accept under the program.

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Current Status of Bill HR 217

Bill HR 217 is currently in the status of Passed in House since May 19, 2025. Bill HR 217 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 7, 2025. Bill HR 217's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of May 20, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 217

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 217

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Charitable contributions

- Department of Veterans Affairs

- Government buildings, facilities, and property

- Land transfers

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 217

To amend title 38, United States Code, to make permanent the pilot program authorized by the Communities Helping Invest through Property and Improvements Needed for Veterans Act of 2016, and for other purposes.