H.R. 566 (106th): Stand Down Authorization Act

Introduced:
Feb 03, 1999 (106th Congress, 1999–2000)
Sponsor:
Rep. Bruce Vento [D-MN4]
Status:
Died (Referred to Committee)

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Status

This bill was introduced on February 3, 1999, in a previous session of Congress, but was not enacted.

Progress
Introduced Feb 03, 1999
Cosponsors
109 cosponsors (94D, 13R, 1I, 1D) (show)
Committees

House Veterans' Affairs

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Full Title

To authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct Stand Down events and to establish a pilot program that will provide for an annual Stand Down event in each State.

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Last updated Feb 03, 1999.
5 pages

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2/3/1999--Introduced.
Stand Down Authorization Act - Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs: (1) to carry out Stand Down events (events to provide veterans who are without a home, unemployed, experiencing health or social adjustment challenges, or otherwise in need with one to three days of safety and security and access to food, shelter, clothing, benefits certification, health care, or any other appropriate form of assistance); and (2) in connection with such events, to provide outreach services, use Department of Veterans Affairs personal property, and provide any other appropriate benefit or service. Directs the Secretary to establish and implement a pilot program under which the Secretary shall carry out a single Stand Down event in each State in each calendar year, beginning in 2000. Requires an annual report to the Congress on pilot program implementation and recommendations for legislation.

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  • 38 U.S.C. Chapter 17