Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB4789

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Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to creation and maintenance of an electronic database to provide information to certain members of the United States armed forces regarding the resources and benefits provided to veterans.

Impact

The establishment of this electronic database is expected to significantly enhance the ability of veterans to access vital support services during their transition to civilian life. It addresses a critical gap in communication by streamlining the delivery of information regarding various benefits that veterans are entitled to. This initiative not only promotes awareness among service members about the resources that can assist them but also encourages the collaboration between different agencies dedicated to veteran affairs.

Summary

House Bill 4789 aims to establish and maintain an electronic database that provides essential information to members of the United States armed forces who are transitioning out of active duty. The proposed legislation seeks to facilitate access to critical resources and benefits available to veterans, such as employment opportunities, healthcare services, housing assistance, and support groups. Eligible service members must provide written consent to include their contact information in the database, which will enable state agencies and local veteran service organizations to reach out to them effectively.

Contention

While the bill is largely seen as a positive step towards supporting veterans, some may raise concerns about data privacy and the management of personal information. Ensuring that strict protocols are in place for who can access the database and how the information is used will be crucial in maintaining the trust of service members. Furthermore, the bill’s implementation will require adequate funding and resources to develop and maintain the database, which could become a point of contention in legislative discussions.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Government Code

  • Chapter 434. Veteran Assistance Agencies
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

TX SB1814

Identical Relating to creation and maintenance of an electronic database to provide information to certain members of the United States armed forces regarding the resources and benefits provided to veterans.

Previously Filed As

TX SB777

Relating to the issuance of state parklands passports to and a waiver of certain state park fees for veterans, active duty armed forces members, and certain family members of a person who died while serving in the United States armed forces.

TX HB1740

Relating to the issuance of state parklands passports to and a waiver of certain state park fees for certain veterans, active duty armed forces members, and certain family members of a person who died while serving in the United States armed forces.

TX SB615

Relating to the issuance of state parklands passports to and a waiver of certain state park fees for veterans and certain family members of a person who died while serving in the United States armed forces.

TX HB90

Relating to benefits for certain members of the Texas military forces and survivors of members of the Texas military forces.

TX SB155

Relating to benefits for certain members of the Texas military forces and survivors of members of the Texas military forces.

TX HB1315

Relating to the creation of the open burn pit registry fund and the issuance of specialty license plates to honor members of the United States armed forces exposed to open burn pits.

TX HB2493

Relating to maintenance and production of electronic public information under the public information law.

TX SB1859

Relating to benefits and services for veterans and certain other related benefits.

TX SB45

Relating to maintenance and production of electronic public information under the public information law.

TX SB965

Relating to maintenance and production of electronic public information under the public information law.

Similar Bills

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