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HR 6003

Justice Involved Veterans Support Act

119th Congress Introduced by Don Bacon and 1 co-sponsor

The Justice Involved Veterans Support Act helps identify incarcerated veterans, improving access to benefits and support, enhancing their reentry and reducing recidivism.

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Bill Summary · HR 6003

Summary of HR 6003: Justice Involved Veterans Support Act

Purpose and Intent

The Justice Involved Veterans Support Act (HR 6003) aims to enhance the documentation and support for incarcerated veterans in state prisons and local jails. The bill seeks to establish a pilot program that will assist these institutions in identifying veteran inmates, thereby facilitating access to necessary benefits and services tailored to their unique needs.

Key Provisions

  1. Pilot Program Establishment:

    • The bill directs the Attorney General, in consultation with the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, to create a pilot program focused on improving the documentation of incarcerated veterans.

  2. Grant and Technical Assistance:

    • The program will provide grants and technical assistance to state prisons and local jails to better document whether inmates are veterans.

  3. Objectives of the Pilot Program:

    • Assist the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in providing benefits to incarcerated veterans.
    • Support state veterans affairs offices in delivering benefits to these individuals.
    • Increase the number of veterans whose cases are diverted to veterans treatment courts.

  4. Priority for Grant Recipients:

    • The Attorney General will prioritize grant recipients based on:
      • States with the highest populations of veterans per capita.
      • States with significant rates of veterans living in poverty.
      • Jurisdictions that have existing veterans treatment courts or diversion programs.

  5. Definitions:

    • The bill defines veterans treatment courts and veterans diversion programs as state or local courts participating in the veterans treatment court program as outlined in the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968.

Impact

  • Target Population: Approximately 181,000 veterans are currently incarcerated in the United States, many of whom face mental health issues or substance abuse disorders. This bill aims to address their specific needs during incarceration and upon reentry into society.
  • Potential Benefits: By improving documentation and access to benefits, the bill could lead to better mental health support, reduced recidivism rates, and enhanced reentry outcomes for veterans.

Legislative Timeline

  • Introduced: November 10, 2025
  • Referred to Committee: The bill was referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary on the same day it was introduced.

This legislation represents a significant step towards recognizing and addressing the unique challenges faced by veterans within the criminal justice system, aiming to improve their overall well-being and integration back into society.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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