Bill · H.R. 2077· House(119-HR-2077)
Helping Heroes Act
- Introduced
- 3/11/2025
- Last activity
- 3/31/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- Sponsored by
- Marie Perez
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 3
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Helping Heroes Act," requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Veteran Family Resource Program. The program aims to improve the health, resilience, and well-being of veterans and their families by addressing social determinants of health. To accomplish this, the Secretary must appoint family coordinators within each Veterans Integrated Service Network. These coordinators will help families navigate both Department and community resources. The bill also mandates a survey of disabled veterans and their families to better understand their needs. Finally, it requires a progress report to be submitted to Congress.
Yes· 3 of 10
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+8
The bill provides direct support services and resources to enhance the well-being of veterans.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+7
The bill establishes a dedicated program to improve the health and well-being of veterans and their families.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+7
The bill enhances veteran benefits by creating a comprehensive resource program for families.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Enhanced Well-being for Families: The program is designed to increase the resilience and health of veterans and their families by addressing social determinants of health and providing a continuum of services (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Improved Navigation of Resources: Family coordinators will act as point persons to help veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors understand and access both Department-administered benefits and community resources (Section 2(b)(1) and 2(b)(2)).
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Targeted Support for Children: The program includes "supportive services" which can address the social, emotional, mental health, and career-readiness needs of children (Section 2(f)).
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Data-Driven Improvements: By conducting regular surveys of disabled veterans and their families, the Secretary can identify unmet needs and improve the quality of support provided to children (Section 3).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Delayed Implementation: The requirement to appoint family coordinators and ensure adequate staffing may take up to five years from the date of enactment (Section 2(b)(1)).
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+8Good For People With Disabilities+6Good For Children+5
- Healthcare
- Improves Veterans Healthcare+7Improves Healthcare Access+5Improves Mental Health Access+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+5Improves Childcare Affordability+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+7
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3
- 6/2/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/4/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/31/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- 3/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/11/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
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