H.R. 585: Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act

This legislation, known as the Supporting Veteran Families in Need Act, aims to make a specific provision of the United States Code permanent. Here are the key elements of the bill:

Purpose of the Bill

The bill seeks to amend Title 38 of the United States Code, which governs veterans' affairs. Specifically, it focuses on ensuring that very low-income veteran families who are living in permanent housing can receive financial assistance for supportive services.

Financial Assistance for Veteran Families

The main feature of the bill is to provide a permanent authority for the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to offer financial support to these families. Financial assistance can be crucial for various supportive services that help veteran families to maintain their housing, access necessary resources, and improve their overall well-being.

Redesignation of Previous Provisions

The bill includes provisions to reorganize existing sections of the law. It proposes to redesignate current subparagraphs into a new numbering system and adds an additional paragraph to ensure ongoing financial support:

• The existing subsections will be renumbered from (A) through (H) to (1) through (8).
• An additional paragraph (9) will be included, stipulating that appropriations are to continue for fiscal year 2027 and each subsequent fiscal year.

Long-term Assurance of Support

By providing for ongoing appropriations, the bill aims to secure consistent funding that would enable veteran families to receive the necessary support over the long term. This is particularly important for households that may face financial instability.

Committee Referral

The bill has been referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs in the House of Representatives for further consideration.

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