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Housing Support for Veterans: Disability Benefits Excluded from Income

This act aims to make housing programs more accessible for disabled veterans. Under the new rules, service-connected disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs will not be counted as income when determining eligibility for low and moderate-income housing programs. This change will allow more veterans to qualify for housing assistance.
Key points
Service-connected disability compensation will be excluded from income calculations for housing assistance.
The change aims to increase access to housing programs for low and moderate-income veterans.
A report will be conducted to examine how disability compensation is treated in other housing programs and recommend improvements.
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Print number: 118_HR_7480
Sponsor: Rep. De La Cruz, Monica [R-TX-15]
Process start date: 2024-02-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7480.

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 2024-02-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Service-connected disability compensation will be excluded from income calculations for housing assistance.
  • The change aims to increase access to housing programs for low and moderate-income veterans.
  • A report will be conducted to examine how disability compensation is treated in other housing programs and recommend improvements.
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. De La Cruz, Monica [R-TX-15].

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 voice vote. (text: CR H6354)

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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