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H.R.1993: Homeless Veterans Legal Services Act
About This Bill
- Introduced April 6, 2017
- Latest Major Action April 7, 2017
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
20 (10 Democrats, 10 Republicans)
Bill Version
- Introduced in House - April 6, 2017
Bill Summary
Homeless Veterans Legal Services Act This bill directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to enter into partnerships with public or private entities to fund a portion of the legal services such entities provide to homeless veterans and veterans at risk of homelessness related to housing, family law, income support, and criminal defense.
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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April 7, 2017 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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April 6, 2017 |
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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April 6, 2017 |
Introduced in the House by Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio) |