S. 4043In committeeSecurity & foreign affairs
VA homeless veterans mental health program made permanent
Data as of July 11, 2026
S 4043 makes a VA mental health and rehab program for homeless veterans permanent by removing its expiration date.35-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill removes the expiration date from a Department of Veterans Affairs program. That program provides mental health treatment and rehabilitation services to veterans who are seriously mentally ill and homeless. Without this change, Congress would need to renew the program periodically to keep it running.
Who does it affect?
This affects homeless veterans who are seriously mentally ill and rely on this VA program for mental health care and rehabilitation support.
Why does it matter?
If the expiration date stays in the law, the program could lapse if Congress does not act in time to renew it. Making it permanent means the program continues without needing future congressional action.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- Senate committee — You are here
- Senate vote
- House
- President's desk
Right now: a Senate committee is reviewing it. If the House changes it, it goes back to the Senate before reaching the President.
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Official title
Health Care for Homeless Veterans Act
- Introduced:
- March 10, 2026
- Latest action:
- April 29, 2026
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
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