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New Rental Assistance Program for Low-Income Veteran Families.

This Act establishes a permanent rental assistance program specifically for low-income veteran families, granting them an entitlement to housing aid. The goal is to ensure stable housing for veterans by providing necessary funds for rent. A significant change is that VA disability benefits will not be counted as income when determining eligibility for this assistance.
Key points
Qualified veterans and their families are entitled to receive rental assistance, with eligibility criteria gradually expanding until 2029.
VA disability benefits are excluded from income calculations, making it easier for disabled veterans to qualify for housing aid.
Landlords owning five or more units cannot discriminate against prospective tenants solely because they use this specific veteran housing voucher.
The program is permanently funded to cover all eligible veteran families who apply for assistance.
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Print number: 118_S_4650
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2024-07-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Housing for All Veterans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4650.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Qualified veterans and their families are entitled to receive rental assistance, with eligibility criteria gradually expanding until 2029.
  • VA disability benefits are excluded from income calculations, making it easier for disabled veterans to qualify for housing aid.
  • Landlords owning five or more units cannot discriminate against prospective tenants solely because they use this specific veteran housing voucher.
  • The program is permanently funded to cover all eligible veteran families who apply for assistance.
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. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

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 2025-12-26.

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