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BillHR 8044 · 119

Get Justice-Involved Veterans BACK HOME Act

Introduced
Mar 24, 2026
Cosponsors
1
Traction
0
Last Action
May 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes programs to help veterans who have been involved in the justice system return to their communities. Funds services to support their reintegration.

Sponsored By

Herbert C. Conaway, Jr.
Democrat · New Jersey · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 24, 2026
  2. May 20, 2026You Are Here

    The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.

  3. TBD

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects justice-involved veterans, providing them with support and services to help them reintegrate into their communities. It also impacts the communities where these veterans will be returning, by providing resources to facilitate their successful reentry.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
2backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 100%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (1)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedMar 24, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 20, 2026
Latest ActionCommittee Hearings Held
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.