Veterans (Veteran Housing)

passed · Hawaii · House Apr 6, 2026

HR 211: HONORING THE OʻAHU VETERANS COUNCIL, ARMED SERVICES YMCA HAWAIʻI, U.S. VETS HAWAIʻI, AND ALA HAWAIʻI GIRLS STATE FOR THEIR DEDICATED SERVICE TO VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN HAWAIʻI.

This House Resolution formally recognizes the Oʻahu Veterans Council, Armed Services YMCA Hawaiʻi, U.S. Vets Hawaiʻi, and Ala Hawaiʻi Girls State for their dedicated work supporting veterans and their families in the state. The document highlights the challenges faced by local veterans, such as housing costs and employment issues, while praising these organizations for providing essential services like housing assistance, workforce development, and civic education. By expressing official appreciation and extending warm wishes, the resolution serves to honor the contributions of these groups rather than enact new laws or policies.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill formally recognizes veteran service organizations for their dedicated work supporting veterans and families, highlighting essential services like housing assistance and workforce development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing

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in committee · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1058: RELATING TO VETERANS CEMETERIES.

Establishes the Veterans Cemeteries Board within the Office of Veterans Services of the Department of Defense to provide veterans cemeteries in the State with guidance, education, technical assistance, and other support to ensure compliance with standards set by the National Cemetery Administration of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes Veterans Cemeteries Board to provide guidance, education, and technical assistance for state veteran cemeteries, ensuring VA compliance and strengthening veterans' services infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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passed · Hawaii · House Dec 8, 2025

HB 1096: RELATING TO TENANT SELECTION.

Repeals the tenant selection preferences for disabled veterans and the spouses of deceased veterans in the State Low-Income Housing Program. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRepeals tenant preferences for disabled veterans in low-income housing, weakening targeted protections and reducing access for a vulnerable group in housing programs.95% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransRepeals tenant selection preferences for disabled veterans and spouses of deceased veterans in housing program, removing a benefit.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Veteran Housing

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passed · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 609: RELATING TO THE OFFICE OF VETERANS' SERVICES.

Appropriates moneys to the Office of Veterans' Services to perform its statutory duties, including maintaining a center that provides information, counsel, aid, and assistance to veterans, their families, and their dependents; and cooperating with federal agencies responsible for the administration of rights and benefits granted to veterans, their families, and their dependents. Effective 7/1/2077. (SD1)

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates funds to Office of Veterans' Services for essential veteran support services, directly advancing state budget allocation for public programs.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAppropriates funds to Office of Veterans' Services for center providing aid/counsel to veterans, families, and dependents, strengthening support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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in committee · Hawaii · Senate Dec 8, 2025

SB 1415: RELATING TO TENANT SELECTION.

SB 1415 repeals existing tenant selection preferences for disabled veterans and spouses of deceased veterans within the State Low-Income Housing Program. This change directly affects veterans and their spouses who previously received priority in housing applications under this program. The bill removes these specific preferences from the program's selection criteria, meaning all applicants will now be evaluated under the same standard process. The legislation does not create new housing benefits or alter other program requirements. This change is part of the program's administrative rules, not a new funding or eligibility provision.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRemoves veteran preference in low-income housing program, weakening targeted tenant protections for disabled veterans and spouses.85% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransRepeals housing preference for disabled veterans and spouses, removing a specific benefit they previously received under state low-income housing program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Veteran Housing

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passed · Hawaii · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1913: RELATING TO VETERAN MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.

Establishes within the Office of Veterans' Services a mental health coordinator position at Tripler Army Medical Center. Provides that the mental health coordinator is appointed by and reports directly to the Director of the Office of Veterans' Services. Appropriates moneys. Effective 7/1/3000. (HD1)

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareCreates mental health coordinator position at veterans home with funding, directly expanding mental health services access for veterans.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransEstablishes mental health coordinator position and appropriates funds for veteran mental health services at state veterans home, directly advancing care.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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