S. 2273, The Enhanced Opportunities for Formerly Homeless Veterans Residing in Permanent Housing Act of 2007

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S. 2273 would enhance the functioning and integration of formerly homeless veterans who reside in permanent housing.

Detailed Summary

Enhanced Opportunities for Formerly Homeless Veterans Residing in Permanent Housing Act of 2007 - Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct pilot programs of grants to: (1) coordinate the provision of supportive services available in the local community to very low income, formerly homeless veterans residing in permanent housing; (2) provide outreach to inform low-income and elderly veterans and their spouses who reside in rural areas of benefits for which they may be eligible; and (3) establish new, or expand or modify existing, programs or activities to furnish transportation, childcare, and clothing assistance to certain individuals with service-related disabilities who are entitled to a rehabilitation program.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 10/31/2007: Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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