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Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act

USA119th CongressHR-7049| House 
| Updated: 2/24/2026
David G. Valadao

David G. Valadao

Republican Representative

California

Veterans' Affairs Committee, Economic Opportunity Subcommittee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill, officially named the Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act , amends title 38, United States Code, to mandate specific assessments for veterans requiring homeless program services. Within three days of identifying a veteran in need, a Department of Veterans Affairs homeless program employee must conduct a comprehensive assessment. This assessment is required to include an evaluation of the veteran's physical and mental health needs , the development of a plan to address both immediate and long-term care requirements , and the identification of appropriate housing options . The information gathered must be consistent with the veteran's electronic health record and handled in accordance with privacy policies. Furthermore, the Director of the Homeless Program Office is tasked with monitoring the implementation of these plans to ensure veterans receive the necessary level and scope of services and support.
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Timeline
Jan 13, 2026
Introduced in House
Jan 13, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Feb 2, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Feb 24, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Feb 24, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • January 13, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • January 13, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • February 2, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.


  • February 24, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • February 24, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Armed Forces and National Security

Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act

USA119th CongressHR-7049| House 
| Updated: 2/24/2026
This bill, officially named the Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act , amends title 38, United States Code, to mandate specific assessments for veterans requiring homeless program services. Within three days of identifying a veteran in need, a Department of Veterans Affairs homeless program employee must conduct a comprehensive assessment. This assessment is required to include an evaluation of the veteran's physical and mental health needs , the development of a plan to address both immediate and long-term care requirements , and the identification of appropriate housing options . The information gathered must be consistent with the veteran's electronic health record and handled in accordance with privacy policies. Furthermore, the Director of the Homeless Program Office is tasked with monitoring the implementation of these plans to ensure veterans receive the necessary level and scope of services and support.
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Timeline
Jan 13, 2026
Introduced in House
Jan 13, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Feb 2, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
Feb 24, 2026
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Feb 24, 2026
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • January 13, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • January 13, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • February 2, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.


  • February 24, 2026
    Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.


  • February 24, 2026
    Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
David G. Valadao

David G. Valadao

Republican Representative

California

Veterans' Affairs Committee, Economic Opportunity Subcommittee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted