H 3841
An Act relative to veterans benefits
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Bill overview
This bill addresses how veterans’ benefits are calculated when they also receive public housing or other public assistance. Specifically, it aims to clarify the process for determining eligibility and calculating benefits for veterans who are simultaneously enrolled in both veteran-specific programs and public assistance programs. The bill seeks to ensure that veterans receive appropriate support and benefits without facing complications due to the interaction between these systems. It was referred to the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs for review.
Key provisions
- Clarifies the calculation of benefits for veterans receiving public housing.
- Addresses the interaction between veteran benefits and public assistance programs.
- Aims to improve the process of determining eligibility for veterans.
- Ensures accurate benefit calculations for veterans in public assistance programs.
Who is affected
- Veterans
- Public Housing Residents
- Individuals receiving public assistance
- Government agencies administering veteran benefits and public assistance
Notable changes
- Potential adjustments to existing benefit calculation formulas.
- Streamlining the eligibility process for veterans in public assistance programs.
Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Colleen M. Garry
Cosponsors
Colleen M. Garry
Steven George Xiarhos
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Bill H.3841 194th (Current)
An Act relative to veterans benefits
By Representative Garry of Dracut, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3841) of Colleen M. Garry relative to the calculation of benefits of veterans receiving public housing and other public assistance. Veterans and Federal Affairs.
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Bill Information
Bill Information
Presenter: Colleen M. Garry Status: Referred to Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.3841
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/12/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in 437 |
| 6/17/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 06/24/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
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