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H.R.897: To amend title 38, United States Code, to expand the definition of homeless veteran for purposes of benefits under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
About This Bill
- Introduced Feb. 28, 2013
- Latest Major Action March 8, 2013
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
37 (34 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Includes as a homeless veteran, for purposes of eligibility for benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs, a veteran or veteran's family who: (1) is fleeing domestic or dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or other dangerous or life-threatening conditions in the individual's or family's current housing situation; and (2) has no other residence and lacks the resources or support networks to obtain other permanent housing.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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March 8, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Feb. 28, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Feb. 28, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Janice Hahn (D-Calif.) |