Bill · H.R. 1960· House(119-HR-1960)
Simplifying Veterans Assistance Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 3/6/2025
- Last activity
- 4/9/2025 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- Sponsored by
- Glenn Thompson
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 9
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Simplifying Veterans Assistance Act of 2025," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code. It specifically directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide more help to entities applying for grants intended for comprehensive service programs for homeless veterans. The legislation requires the Secretary to publish guidance and best practices on a Department website. Additionally, the Secretary must host online information sessions after a funding notice is announced but before the application deadline. These sessions must last at least one hour and allow for questions and explanations of the application language.
Yes· 3 of 7
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+6
The bill directly improves the infrastructure of support services for veterans, particularly those experiencing homelessness.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+5
The bill improves the administration of programs aimed at helping homeless veterans through better grant application transparency.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+5
Providing clearer guidance for grants helps improve the delivery of services to veterans in need.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Accessibility to Information: The Secretary would be required to make guidance and best practices publicly available on a Department website, which helps entities seeking grants for projects (Section 2, Paragraph 2(A)).
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Direct Support for Applicants: The bill mandates at least two online information sessions that last at least one hour, providing a way for entities to receive direct assistance and explanations regarding the grant application process (Section 2, Paragraph 2(B)(i-iv)).
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Improved Clarity for Grant Seekers: By requiring an explanation of the specific language in the grant application and providing an opportunity for participants to ask questions, the bill helps ensure applicants understand the requirements (Section 2, Paragraph 2(B)(ii-iii)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+6Good For Low Income Households+3
- Social Issues And Justice
- Reduces Homelessness+4Improves Affordable Housing+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Veterans Healthcare+5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+4
- 4/6/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/16/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/25/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/1/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 5/7/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/9/2025
- Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- 4/7/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/10/2025
- Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1045)
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
- Subcommittee Hearings Held
- 3/6/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Robert BresnahanRepublican · Pennsylvania
Donald DavisDemocrat · North Carolina
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Josh HarderDemocrat · California
Susie LeeDemocrat · Nevada
Dave MinDemocrat · California
Joe NeguseDemocrat · Colorado
Jimmy PanettaDemocrat · California
Pete StauberRepublican · Minnesota
Eugene VindmanDemocrat · Virginia
George WhitesidesDemocrat · California