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US HB7049
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
David Valadao
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AI Summary
- VA homeless program employees must conduct assessments within 3 days of identifying a veteran as needing homeless program services
- Assessments must evaluate physical and mental health needs, create immediate and long-term care plans, and identify appropriate housing placement
- Assessment information must be integrated with the veteran's electronic health record while maintaining privacy protections under federal law and VA policies
- Director of the Homeless Program Office must ensure employees monitor plan implementation to verify homeless and at-risk veterans with mental health issues receive appropriate services
- Amends Title 38, United States Code by adding new Section 2070 to Subchapter VII of Chapter 20
Legislative Description
Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act
Armed forces and national security
Last Action
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
2/24/2026
Committee Referrals
Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity2/2/2026
Veterans' Affairs1/13/2026
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