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HR 7049·Federal·house

Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act

IntroducedFiled Jan 13, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Valadao, David G. [R-CA-22] (R)
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Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Feb 24, 2026

Summary

The bill mandates that VA homeless‑program staff evaluate a veteran’s physical and mental health, create a care plan, and identify suitable housing within three days of being flagged for services. It also requires the assessment information to be entered into the veteran’s electronic health record and monitored for proper implementation. The aim is to improve coordination of mental health care for homeless veterans.

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