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Housing Relief for Veterans: Excluding Disability Pay from Income Calculations.

This bill aims to improve housing affordability for veterans and their families. Disability compensation received from the VA for service-related injuries will no longer be counted as income when determining eligibility for HUD housing assistance programs. This change allows veterans to qualify for greater subsidies or pay lower rent in subsidized housing, directly improving their financial stability.
Key points
VA disability benefits will be excluded from income calculations for all federal housing assistance eligibility determinations.
This exclusion directly impacts the amount of rent veterans must pay in HUD-assisted dwelling units, potentially lowering their monthly housing costs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5936
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Process start date: 2025-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Home for the Brave Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5936.

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 2025-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • VA disability benefits will be excluded from income calculations for all federal housing assistance eligibility determinations.
  • This exclusion directly impacts the amount of rent veterans must pay in HUD-assisted dwelling units, potentially lowering their monthly housing costs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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