Us Congress House Bill HB10148

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 11/15/24
• Refer: 11/15/24
• Refer: 11/20/24

Caption

To amend title 38, United States Code, to expand the authority of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make grants to entities that furnish services to homeless veterans.

Impact

The legislation proposes to broaden the types of support that can be provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. New provisions would allow for grants to assist in obtaining benefits that veterans may qualify for under existing laws. This could significantly improve the range of services offered to homeless veterans, making it easier for them to access both federal and local support systems.

Summary

House Bill 10148 aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to expand the authority of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. The bill specifically focuses on enhancing the support provided to entities that offer services to homeless veterans. By doing so, it seeks to address the pressing issue of homelessness among veterans by enabling more comprehensive assistance programs.

Contention

Despite the bill's apparent intent to help homeless veterans, there may be concerns regarding the implications of expanded authority. Some stakeholders might question how these grants will be allocated and whether they will be sufficient to meet the growing needs of the homeless veteran population. Additionally, the potential for bureaucratic challenges in administering these expanded programs could be a point of contention among legislators and service providers.