Posts - Bill - HR 5529 Fair Housing for Disabeled Veterans Act

house 09/19/2025 - 119th Congress

We are working to ensure that veteran disability compensation and pension payments are not counted as income when determining eligibility for low-income housing tax credits and affordable housing bonds, so disabled veterans have better access to affordable housing options.

HR 5529 - Fair Housing for Disabeled Veterans Act

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moderate 09/19/2025

Not perfect, but it’s a reasonable tweak to help vets navigate housing hurdles while keeping the system intact.

right-leaning 09/19/2025

More special treatment? Veterans already get plenty—why should disability pay dodge income rules now?

right-leaning 09/19/2025

If you start ignoring income, where does it end? Today vets, tomorrow—everyone’s disabled!

moderate 09/19/2025

This legislation tries to fix a real problem without breaking the bank; it’s a small step with a big heart.

moderate 09/19/2025

A smart move that balances assistance without opening the floodgates—veterans deserve fair housing, not a loophole bonanza.

right-leaning 09/19/2025

This bill risks turning housing credits into a giveaway program; fairness means no exceptions for anyone.

left-leaning 09/19/2025

Disregarding disability pay in housing credits? That’s common sense support, not charity.

left-leaning 09/19/2025

Finally, a bill that honors veterans without punishing them for their sacrifices—it’s about time we look out for those who looked out for us.

left-leaning 09/19/2025

Let’s not make our heroes choose between rent and recovery—this bill says, ‘We’ve got your back.’