H.R. 627 · 114th Congress
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.
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Janice Hahn
- Introduced
- 2015-01-30
- Latest action
- 2015-05-15 · Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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.