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Improved Veteran Data: Better Support and Services

This act aims to improve the collection and sharing of veteran data to better tailor services to their needs. This will provide the government and veteran support organizations with more accurate information, potentially leading to more effective assistance programs and benefits. The data will be anonymized and publicly available, increasing transparency.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs will collect detailed demographic data on veterans, including age, gender, orientation, housing status, and income.
All collected data will be anonymized and publicly available on the Department's website, updated at least annually.
The act is intended to help better understand veterans' needs and adapt support programs, health benefits, and other services accordingly.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will submit a report to Congress on data management progress, ensuring greater transparency and efficiency.
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Print number: 117_S_2761
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2021-09-20