Bill raises funding cap for homeless veterans programs through 2025
In committeeH.R. 3013Latest action
Sponsor: Delia C. Ramirez · Representative · IL
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Official title: To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the authorization of appropriations for comprehensive service programs for homeless veterans.
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
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HR 3013 extends funding limits for VA homeless veterans programs and removes fixed caps starting 2026.
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What does this do?
HR 3013 updates federal spending limits for the VA's comprehensive service program for homeless veterans. It extends the current limit through 2024, sets a new cap of $350 million for 2025, and allows "such sums as may be necessary" for 2026 and beyond.
Who does it affect?
The bill affects veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness, the VA, and the nonprofit and community organizations that partner with it to provide housing and support services.
Why does it matter?
Raising the authorization ceiling allows Congress to approve more funding in future budget bills, but actual spending still depends on separate decisions.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- $350 million cap set for 2025
- No fixed cap from 2026 onward
- Requires separate approval
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 24, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · May 12, 2025
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.