On the recordJuly 13, 2022
Madam Speaker, this provides a much more supportive living situation for those veterans trying to escape homelessness. Currently, there are roughly 105 veterans residing in these innovative shelters, and over 550 unique veterans have been admitted to the program--it has proven to be a successful model for getting veterans connected to VA resources and quickly moved into permanent housing or treatment programs. The change Congressman Lieu's amendment will make is especially significant. VA has determined that under current law it is restricted from using funds from its leases and easements to pay for critical improvements for veteran safety and well-being, like security for CTRS. This amendment would also free up funding for permanent supportive housing to be built on the campus, which means more veterans will be off the streets and into a home to call their own with the VA care that they need close by.
