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Support for Homeless Veterans: Increased Aid and Flexibility

This act increases financial support for organizations assisting homeless veterans, allowing them to cover higher costs. It also grants the Department of Veterans Affairs greater flexibility in providing essential needs like food, shelter, transportation, and communication devices. Additionally, the act permits the use of Department land for housing homeless veterans and extends the loan fee period for veteran housing loans.
Key points
Increased daily rates for organizations assisting homeless veterans, allowing for better funding of their services.
Ability for the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide homeless veterans with essential items, transportation, and communication devices (phones, tablets).
Permission to use Department of Veterans Affairs land for housing homeless veterans, in collaboration with organizations.
Extension of the veteran housing loan fee period until May 2032.
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VOTING RESULTS
2023-12-05
98%
For 408
Against 10
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3848
Sponsor: Rep. Chavez-DeRemer, Lori [R-OR-5]
Process start date: 2023-06-06
Voting date: 2023-12-05
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 695
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Housing our Military Veterans Effectively Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3848.

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 2023-06-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased daily rates for organizations assisting homeless veterans, allowing for better funding of their services.
  • Ability for the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide homeless veterans with essential items, transportation, and communication devices (phones, tablets).
  • Permission to use Department of Veterans Affairs land for housing homeless veterans, in collaboration with organizations.
  • Extension of the veteran housing loan fee period until May 2032.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Chavez-DeRemer, Lori [R-OR-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 408 - 10 (Roll no. 695). (text: 12/04/2023 CR H6094-6095)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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