Delia Ramirez (D-IL)
To amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the authorization of appropriations for comprehensive service programs for homeless veterans.
A Democratic bill with 10 Democratic cosponsors · See all 10 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, H.R. 3013, aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to increase funding for programs supporting homeless veterans. It authorizes $350,000,000 for fiscal year 2025 and provides necessary sums for each subsequent fiscal year. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 24, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Funding for Homeless Veteran Programs (Section 1): This is positive because it directly allocates more money to comprehensive service programs designed to help homeless veterans. This could lead to improved resources and support for this vulnerable population.
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Continued Funding Beyond 2025 (Section 1): The bill authorizes "such sums as may be necessary for each subsequent fiscal year" ensuring that the homeless veteran programs receive ongoing financial support, which is important for long-term stability and effectiveness.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
There are no negative impacts explicitly found within the provided text.
Yes· 3 of 13
- Scored +10
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The bill directly increases funding for comprehensive service programs supporting homeless veterans, providing immense positive impact for this group.
- Scored +9
Is this likely to reduce homelessness?
The bill directly allocates $350 million for FY2025 and ongoing funds to comprehensive service programs explicitly aimed at reducing veteran homelessness.
- Scored +9
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?
The bill increases authorization of appropriations for comprehensive service programs for homeless veterans, greatly improving their benefits and support.
The opposite
- Scored -2
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill increases government spending by authorizing $350,000,000 for fiscal year 2025 and ongoing funds for homeless veteran programs.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — The bill directly increases funding for comprehensive service programs supporting homeless veterans, providing immense positive impact for this group. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The bill provides vital financial resources and support services to low-income and homeless veterans. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Many homeless veterans also deal with disabilities, and increased services will aid them. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Middle-aged veterans experiencing homelessness will benefit from the increased program funding. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Older veterans experiencing homelessness will have access to enhanced comprehensive support services. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Younger veterans transitioning out of service who may face housing instability will benefit from these programs.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to reduce homelessness? — The bill directly allocates $350 million for FY2025 and ongoing funds to comprehensive service programs explicitly aimed at reducing veteran homelessness. Does this make housing cost less? — The legislation provides substantial funding to address housing and supportive services for homeless veterans. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — Providing robust funding for homeless veterans directly aids in poverty reduction for a vulnerable segment of the population.
- Healthcare
- Does this help veterans get medical care? — The bill significantly increases funding for comprehensive service programs supporting homeless veterans. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — Increased funding for homeless veteran services indirectly improves access to necessary health and support services for this vulnerable group.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The bill increases authorization of appropriations for comprehensive service programs for homeless veterans, greatly improving their benefits and support.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill increases government spending by authorizing $350,000,000 for fiscal year 2025 and ongoing funds for homeless veteran programs.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill increases federal authorization of appropriations for veteran programs.
- 5/12/2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
- 4/24/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- 10 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
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