This bill aims to strengthen and ensure the longevity of programs assisting veterans experiencing homelessness. It expands eligibility for the Health Care for Homeless Veterans program by incorporating services authorized under section 2031 of title 38, United States Code, thereby broadening the scope of covered support. Crucially, the legislation makes two significant programs permanent by striking their sunset provisions. These include the Health Care for Homeless Veterans program itself, as detailed in section 2031, and the program offering additional services for homeless veterans under section 2033. This action ensures continuous and comprehensive support for a vulnerable veteran population, removing the need for periodic reauthorization.
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Armed Forces and National Security
Health Care for Homeless Veterans Act
USA119th CongressHR-7047| House
| Updated: 2/2/2026
This bill aims to strengthen and ensure the longevity of programs assisting veterans experiencing homelessness. It expands eligibility for the Health Care for Homeless Veterans program by incorporating services authorized under section 2031 of title 38, United States Code, thereby broadening the scope of covered support. Crucially, the legislation makes two significant programs permanent by striking their sunset provisions. These include the Health Care for Homeless Veterans program itself, as detailed in section 2031, and the program offering additional services for homeless veterans under section 2033. This action ensures continuous and comprehensive support for a vulnerable veteran population, removing the need for periodic reauthorization.