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Veteran Housing Promise Act

USA119th CongressHR-7149| House 
| Updated: 1/20/2026
Josh Riley

Josh Riley

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Michael Lawler (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislative proposal seeks to enhance support for homeless veterans by making significant changes to the funding and duration of several Department of Veterans Affairs programs. A primary objective is to eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for various benefits and services. This change would allow for "such sums as may be necessary" to be appropriated for programs like comprehensive service programs, homeless veterans reintegration programs, and financial assistance for very low-income veteran families in permanent housing, starting in fiscal years 2026 or 2027. The bill also aims to make permanent the authority for several critical programs currently assisting homeless veterans. This includes removing sunset provisions for initiatives such as general treatment for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans, housing assistance programs, and the Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans. By removing these limitations, the legislation intends to provide more stable and continuous support for veterans experiencing homelessness.
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Timeline
Jan 20, 2026
Introduced in House
Jan 20, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
  • January 20, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • January 20, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Armed Forces and National Security

Veteran Housing Promise Act

USA119th CongressHR-7149| House 
| Updated: 1/20/2026
This legislative proposal seeks to enhance support for homeless veterans by making significant changes to the funding and duration of several Department of Veterans Affairs programs. A primary objective is to eliminate maximum authorizations of appropriations for various benefits and services. This change would allow for "such sums as may be necessary" to be appropriated for programs like comprehensive service programs, homeless veterans reintegration programs, and financial assistance for very low-income veteran families in permanent housing, starting in fiscal years 2026 or 2027. The bill also aims to make permanent the authority for several critical programs currently assisting homeless veterans. This includes removing sunset provisions for initiatives such as general treatment for seriously mentally ill and homeless veterans, housing assistance programs, and the Advisory Committee on Homeless Veterans. By removing these limitations, the legislation intends to provide more stable and continuous support for veterans experiencing homelessness.
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Timeline
Jan 20, 2026
Introduced in House
Jan 20, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
  • January 20, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • January 20, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Josh Riley

Josh Riley

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Michael Lawler (Republican)

Veterans' Affairs Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted