H.R.224 - Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.224, the Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act, amends the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. It mandates that service-connected disability compensation be excluded when determining income eligibility for housing assistance programs. The Act also requires a report from the Comptroller General to identify inconsistencies in how such compensation is treated across HUD programs and to provide legislative recommendations.
Expected Effects
This act will likely increase access to housing assistance for disabled veterans by excluding their disability compensation from income calculations. The Comptroller General's report may lead to further legislative changes to better serve veterans within HUD programs. This will likely lead to increased housing stability for disabled veterans.
Potential Benefits
- Increased access to housing assistance for disabled veterans.
- Simplifies the income calculation process for housing eligibility.
- Potential for improved consistency across HUD programs regarding disability compensation.
- May lead to better legislative recommendations for serving veteran populations.
- Could reduce homelessness among disabled veterans.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential strain on existing housing assistance resources due to increased eligibility.
- May require adjustments to program administration and eligibility verification processes.
- The report by the Comptroller General adds an administrative burden and cost.
- Possible unintended consequences from legislative recommendations based on the report.
- Could create disparities if other forms of income are not similarly excluded.
Constitutional Alignment
The Act aligns with the Constitution's general welfare clause by aiming to improve the living conditions of disabled veterans. Congress has the power to legislate on matters related to veterans' affairs, as implied by its power to raise and support armies (Article I, Section 8). The Act does not appear to infringe upon any specific constitutional rights or limitations.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).