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Housing support for disabled veterans: excluding benefits from income.

This new act makes it easier for disabled veterans to access housing programs. Disability benefits will not be counted as income when determining eligibility for supported housing, potentially lowering their out-of-pocket costs and increasing their chances of receiving assistance. These changes aim to improve the housing situation for veterans.
Key points
Disability benefits for veterans will not be counted as income when applying for supported housing programs.
Easier access to housing for disabled veterans, potentially reducing their housing costs.
New rules also apply to future housing assistance programs administered by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
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Status: Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_965
Sponsor: Rep. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32]
Process start date: 2025-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Housing Unhoused Disabled Veterans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_965.

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 2025-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Disability benefits for veterans will not be counted as income when applying for supported housing programs.
  • Easier access to housing for disabled veterans, potentially reducing their housing costs.
  • New rules also apply to future housing assistance programs administered by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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. Sherman, Brad [D-CA-32].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H603)

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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