CHARGE Act of 2023

The CHARGE Act of 2023 amends veterans' homelessness programs to increase support for homeless veterans, caregivers, and state veterans homes. It limits transitional housing beds for homeless veterans to an average of 12,000 annually, increases the maximum per diem payment rate for services, and requires annual reports on payment rates and veteran stay lengths. The bill allows flexible use of funds for basic needs like food, transportation, and communication devices for homeless veterans, expands access to VA telehealth services, and temporarily waives occupancy rate requirements for state veterans homes. These changes directly affect homeless veterans receiving housing and care services, VA caregivers, and state veterans homes managing federal funding. The law also mandates a strategic plan for equitable funding distribution across diverse geographic and community needs.