To amend title 37, United States Code, to exclude the basic allowance for housing from the calculation of gross household income for purposes of the basic needs allowance for eligible members of the Armed Forces.

This bill proposes an amendment to title 37, United States Code, to modify how the basic allowance for housing (BAH) is considered when calculating gross household income for military members. The core purpose is to ensure that BAH does not hinder an eligible service member's ability to receive a basic needs allowance. Specifically, the legislation mandates the complete exclusion of all BAH paid to a service member from their gross household income calculation. This change removes the current discretion of the Secretary concerned to exclude only a portion of the BAH, thereby providing a clearer and more beneficial standard for military families seeking financial assistance.