Bill · H.R. 7047· House(119-HR-7047)
Health Care for Homeless Veterans Act
- Introduced
- 1/13/2026
- Last activity
- 2/2/2026 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
- Sponsored by
- Raul Ruiz
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Health Care for Homeless Veterans Act," seeks to amend title 38 of the United States Code. The primary goal is to expand eligibility for certain programs intended for homeless veterans. It also aims to make specific programs permanent. Specifically, the legislation expands eligibility by adding section 2031 to the current list. Finally, it addresses the authorization of certain programs to ensure they are no longer subject to expiration.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+6
The bill expands program eligibility and ensures permanent authorization for services for homeless veterans.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+6
The bill expands program eligibility and makes certain services permanent for homeless veterans.
Is this likely to reduce homelessness?+5
The bill expands eligibility and provides permanent authorization for programs designed for homeless veterans.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Expanded Program Eligibility: By adding section 2031 to the list of eligible sections under section 2002(b)(1), the bill expands the scope of programs available to help homeless veterans. (Section 2, subsection a)
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Permanent Program Authorization: The bill amends sections 2031 and 2033 to remove expiration or specific subsection restrictions, which makes these programs permanent rather than temporary. (Section 2, subsection b and Section 3)
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+4
- Social Issues And Justice
- Reduces Homelessness+5Improves Poverty Reduction+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+6
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+5
- 2/2/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
- 1/13/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- Introduced in House