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HB 4789

Relating to creation and maintenance of an electronic database to provide information to certain members of the United States armed forces regarding the resources and benefits provided to veterans.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Cole Hefner

Texas HB 4789 creates an electronic veterans benefits database to help service members and veterans locate and understand available state and federal resources.

Left pending in subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 4789

Legislative bill overview

HB 4789 would establish an electronic database in Texas to centralize information about veterans' benefits and resources for military service members and veterans. The database would serve as a comprehensive reference tool to help eligible individuals understand and access available state and federal programs.

Why is this important

Veterans often struggle to navigate fragmented benefit systems across multiple agencies and organizations. A centralized, accessible database could reduce barriers to accessing earned benefits related to healthcare, education, housing, employment, and financial assistance, potentially improving outcomes for Texas's military-connected population.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and maintenance: Creating and maintaining an accurate, updated database requires funding, technical infrastructure, and ongoing staff resources that the bill may not adequately specify or allocate
  • Scope and comprehensiveness: Unclear whether the database covers only state benefits, federal benefits, or private/nonprofit resources—and whether it can realistically stay current as programs change
  • Data accuracy and liability: Questions about who verifies information accuracy and what happens if incomplete or incorrect data leads veterans to miss benefits or make poor decisions based on the database

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

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