HB 5038
Appropriates moneys from the General Fund to the Department of Veterans' Affairs for certain biennial expenses.
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Session
2025 Regular Session
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(at the request of Oregon Department of Administrative Services)
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
House Bill 5038 allocates funds from the General Fund to the Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs for various expenses during the 2025-2027 biennium. The bill establishes spending limits for different revenue sources, including the General Fund, lottery moneys, fees, and federal funds. It also designates specific appropriations for operations, appeals, strategic partnerships, aging veteran services, and debt service, while excluding certain expenditures from federal funding.
Key provisions
- Appropriates $227,256 from the General Fund for Department of Veterans’ Affairs operations.
- Establishes maximum lottery fund limits for operations, appeals, strategic partnerships, and aging veteran services.
- Limits expenditures from fees, Miscellaneous Receipts, and the Oregon War Veterans’ Bond Sinking Account (excluding lottery and federal funds).
- Limits expenditures from federal funds.
- Authorizes nonlimited expenditures for debt service and certain other specified purposes.
- Designates specific appropriations for home loan programs and the Oregon Veterans’ Home program.
- Establishes a maximum limit for payment of expenses from federal funds.
- Excludes certain expenditures from limitations on debt service, bond sales, and borrower property charges.
Who is affected
- Oregon Department of Veterans’ Affairs
- Veterans and their families
- State taxpayers
- Oregon Lottery Participants
- Bondholders
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Primary sponsor
Oregon Department of Administrative Services
Arguments in favor
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Supporters of the legislation emphasize its potential to positively impact Oregon's veterans, citing the need for comprehensive care and attention following their service. They highlight the importance of investing in the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs, with a proposed $612.4 million budget in the Governor's Recommended Budget, which would provide essential operations and increased emergency financial assistance for veterans. This investment is seen as crucial in addressing the unique needs of Oregon's veterans, who have made significant sacrifices for their country. By supporting this legislation, advocates aim to ensure that these individuals receive the necessary support and resources to thrive upon their return.
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