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Housing Aid for Veterans: Disability Benefits Excluded from Income

This act aims to make housing assistance programs more accessible for veterans with disabilities. It ensures that disability benefits received from the Department of Veterans Affairs will not be counted as income when determining eligibility for housing aid. This change could help more veterans qualify for or receive increased housing support.
Key points
Veterans' disability benefits will not be counted as income for housing assistance programs.
More disabled veterans may qualify for housing aid or receive higher benefits.
The change applies to housing assistance programs administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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Print number: 117_HR_4503
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Process start date: 2021-07-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Home for the Brave Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4503.

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 2021-07-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans' disability benefits will not be counted as income for housing assistance programs.
  • More disabled veterans may qualify for housing aid or receive higher benefits.
  • The change applies to housing assistance programs administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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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