This bill, officially named the Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act , amends title 38, United States Code, to mandate specific assessments for veterans requiring homeless program services. Within three days of identifying a veteran in need, a Department of Veterans Affairs homeless program employee must conduct a comprehensive assessment. This assessment is required to include an evaluation of the veteran's physical and mental health needs , the development of a plan to address both immediate and long-term care requirements , and the identification of appropriate housing options . The information gathered must be consistent with the veteran's electronic health record and handled in accordance with privacy policies. Furthermore, the Director of the Homeless Program Office is tasked with monitoring the implementation of these plans to ensure veterans receive the necessary level and scope of services and support.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Armed Forces and National Security
Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act
USA119th CongressHR-7049| House
| Updated: 2/24/2026
This bill, officially named the Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act , amends title 38, United States Code, to mandate specific assessments for veterans requiring homeless program services. Within three days of identifying a veteran in need, a Department of Veterans Affairs homeless program employee must conduct a comprehensive assessment. This assessment is required to include an evaluation of the veteran's physical and mental health needs , the development of a plan to address both immediate and long-term care requirements , and the identification of appropriate housing options . The information gathered must be consistent with the veteran's electronic health record and handled in accordance with privacy policies. Furthermore, the Director of the Homeless Program Office is tasked with monitoring the implementation of these plans to ensure veterans receive the necessary level and scope of services and support.