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Legal and Medical Support for Veterans: New Aid Programs

This act aims to improve veterans' access to free legal aid within medical facilities. This will make it easier for veterans to resolve issues related to housing, finances, or healthcare, positively impacting their health and life stability. These programs are designed to help veterans avoid homelessness, unemployment, and fraud.
Key points
Establishment of Medical-Legal Partnerships (MLPs) in veteran facilities to offer free legal services.
Prioritized support for veterans at risk of homelessness, unemployment, or fraud due to health concerns.
States and local governments can receive grants to create and maintain MLP programs for veterans.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is authorized to establish and maintain medical-legal partnerships in its facilities.
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Print number: 117_HR_3950
Sponsor: Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]
Process start date: 2021-06-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Medical Legal Partnerships Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3950.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of Medical-Legal Partnerships (MLPs) in veteran facilities to offer free legal services.
  • Prioritized support for veterans at risk of homelessness, unemployment, or fraud due to health concerns.
  • States and local governments can receive grants to create and maintain MLP programs for veterans.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is authorized to establish and maintain medical-legal partnerships in its facilities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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