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Expanded Aid and Telehealth Access for Homeless Veterans and Caregivers

This Act expands and makes assistance more flexible for veterans, particularly those experiencing homelessness, by authorizing direct aid for essential needs like food, transportation, and communication devices. It also improves access to healthcare by mandating telehealth services for homeless veterans and allowing virtual home visits for caregivers. Furthermore, it provides financial stability to State veterans homes by temporarily waiving occupancy rate requirements.
Key points
Homeless veterans gain access to direct, flexible assistance for survival needs (food, clothing, transport, communication devices) for three years following enactment.
The maximum daily payment rate (per diem) for organizations assisting homeless veterans is temporarily increased for a three-year period.
Improved access to medical care through mandated telehealth services for homeless veterans and virtual home visits for caregivers.
State veterans homes can receive medicines, personal protective equipment (PPE), and supplies directly from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Print number: 118_S_1436
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2023-05-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CHARGE Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1436.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Homeless veterans gain access to direct, flexible assistance for survival needs (food, clothing, transport, communication devices) for three years following enactment.
  • The maximum daily payment rate (per diem) for organizations assisting homeless veterans is temporarily increased for a three-year period.
  • Improved access to medical care through mandated telehealth services for homeless veterans and virtual home visits for caregivers.
  • State veterans homes can receive medicines, personal protective equipment (PPE), and supplies directly from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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 Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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