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US HB7149
Bill
Status
1/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Josh Riley
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AI Summary
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Removes maximum appropriation caps for VA comprehensive service programs for homeless veterans, replacing fixed dollar limits with "such sums as may be necessary" starting in fiscal year 2026 or 2027 depending on the program
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Eliminates the $1,000,000 annual cap on the Homeless Women Veterans and Homeless Veterans with Children Reintegration Grant Program beginning in fiscal year 2026
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Increases funding authorization for the Grant Program for Homeless Veterans with Special Needs from a fixed $5,000,000 annually to unlimited appropriations starting in fiscal year 2026
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Makes permanent several homeless veteran programs that previously had sunset dates, including general treatment for seriously mentally ill homeless veterans, housing assistance programs, and the Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans
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Removes the expiration date on VA authority to transfer real property for homeless veteran services under Section 8118(a) of title 38
Legislative Description
Veteran Housing Promise Act
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
1/20/2026