H.R.3014 - To amend title 38, United States Code, to expand the authority of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make grants to entities that furnish services to homeless veterans. (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R.3014 aims to amend Title 38 of the United States Code, expanding the Secretary of Veterans Affairs' authority to provide grants to entities serving homeless veterans. The bill specifically broadens the scope of assistance to include help in obtaining benefits under laws administered by the Secretary and coordinating other federal, state, or local benefits, as well as those from private nonprofit organizations. It also allows for grants to be used for the conversion of existing facilities into permanent housing.
Expected Effects
The bill's passage would likely result in increased funding and resources for organizations assisting homeless veterans. This could lead to improved access to benefits and housing for this vulnerable population. The expansion of eligible services aims to provide more comprehensive support, addressing not only immediate needs but also long-term stability.
Potential Benefits
- Increased access to benefits for homeless veterans.
- Improved coordination of services from various sources.
- Potential for more permanent housing solutions.
- Enhanced support for organizations serving homeless veterans.
- Streamlined access to federal, state, and local resources.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased government spending.
- Risk of inefficient allocation of resources.
- Possible administrative challenges in coordinating diverse services.
- Dependence on the effectiveness of the Secretary's implementation.
- No clearly defined metrics for measuring the success of the program.
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Constitutional Alignment
The bill appears to align with the Constitution's general welfare clause, as it aims to provide assistance to a specific vulnerable population (homeless veterans). Specifically, the preamble states the Constitution is intended to "promote the general Welfare". Article 1, Section 8, Clause 1, grants Congress the power to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts and excises, to pay the debts and provide for the common defense and general welfare of the United States.
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).