Jasmine Crockett (D-TX)
Honoring the heroic military service, sacrifices, and contributions of veterans from the great State of Texas, and for other purposes.
A Democratic resolution with 4 Republican cosponsors · See all 14 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
H. Res. 863 is a resolution to honor the military service and sacrifices of veterans from Texas. It acknowledges the large number of veterans in the state, including women and people of color, and recognizes their roles in various military conflicts. The resolution highlights challenges veterans face, such as mental health issues, suicide rates, homelessness, and difficulties transitioning to civilian employment. It concludes by committing the House of Representatives to work with executive agencies to ensure veterans receive timely care and entitled benefits.
Yes· 3 of 25
- Scored +10
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?
The entire resolution is dedicated to honoring and improving the support, care, and benefits for veterans.
- Scored +6
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?
The resolution commits to ensuring veterans receive all benefits and compensation to which they are entitled.
- Scored +5
Does this help veterans get medical care?
The bill commits to working with the VA to ensure veterans receive the care and benefits they are entitled to.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Timely Care and Benefits: The resolution commits to working with the Department of Veterans Affairs and other executive agencies to ensure veterans get the compensation and care they are entitled to (Section 2).
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Transition Assistance: The resolution reaffirms the commitment of Congress to help veterans as they transition back to civilian life after their service (Section 3).
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Program Investment: The resolution recognizes the need for Congress to keep investing in resources and programs that support veterans (Section 4).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts for individuals or groups are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.
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 entire resolution is dedicated to honoring and improving the support, care, and benefits for veterans. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Addresses veteran homelessness and ensures delivery of entitled financial compensation. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — Addresses mental health disabilities and the need for timely care for disabled veterans. Would women be better off under this? — Specifically highlights women veterans, their numbers in Texas, and their unique PTSD challenges. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — Specifically acknowledges people of color in the veteran community and refers to minority veteran services. Would Asian Americans be better off under this? — Specifically acknowledges people of color in the veteran community and refers to minority veteran services. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Specifically acknowledges people of color in the veteran community and refers to minority veteran services. Would men be better off under this? — Positive for male veterans in Texas. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Supports veterans of various ages in receiving care and benefits. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Specifically acknowledges people of color in the veteran community and refers to minority veteran services. Would retired people be better off under this? — Positive for retired military members. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — Honors older veterans from WWII and Korean War eras and ensures they receive entitled benefits. Would white Americans be better off under this? — Positive for all veterans, including white veterans in Texas. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Provides support for transitioning from military service to civilian life, which largely affects young adults. Would business owners be better off under this? — Acknowledges the importance of veteran-owned businesses. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Generally positive for veterans and their families across economic statuses.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to reduce homelessness? — The resolution explicitly identifies homeless veterans as a challenge and supports VA housing initiatives. Does this make housing cost less? — The resolution acknowledges veteran homelessness and supports housing assistance initiatives. Does this narrow the gap between how men and women are treated? — The resolution specifically honors women veterans and acknowledges their unique challenges. Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — By committing to timely benefits and housing, it aims to reduce veteran poverty. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The resolution recognizes the contributions of minority veterans and references the Center for Minority Veterans.
- Healthcare
- Does this help veterans get medical care? — The bill commits to working with the VA to ensure veterans receive the care and benefits they are entitled to. Does this make mental health care easier to get? — The resolution acknowledges mental health struggles and commits to ensuring veterans receive timely care. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — Focuses on improving access to care specifically for the veteran population.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — The resolution commits to ensuring veterans receive all benefits and compensation to which they are entitled.
- 11/7/2025
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- 14 Cosponsors added.
Joaquin CastroDemocrat · Texas
Dan CrenshawRepublican · Texas
Greg CasarDemocrat · Texas
Lloyd DoggettDemocrat · Texas
Veronica EscobarDemocrat · Texas
Lizzie FletcherDemocrat · Texas
Al GreenDemocrat · Texas
Vicente GonzalezDemocrat · Texas
Sylvia GarciaDemocrat · Texas
Lance GoodenRepublican · Texas
Julie JohnsonDemocrat · Texas
Morgan LuttrellRepublican · Texas
Michael McCaulRepublican · Texas
Marc VeaseyDemocrat · Texas