HR 1413
To amend title 38, United States Code, to require that domiciliary facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs and State homes that provide housing to veterans have resident advocates.
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:32 AM
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This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs and state homes that house veterans to hire resident advocates. These advocates will act as a bridge between veterans living in these facilities and the VA or state government, ensuring veterans’ concerns are heard and addressed. They will receive complaints, investigate issues, and escalate problems when necessary, ultimately improving the quality of care for veterans.
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