Politics.AIAB 1775: Veterans.
The bill aims to improve support for veterans by expanding eligibility for discharge upgrades and housing assistance. It would extend the requirement for expedited licensure for veterans with honorable discharge, including those discharged due to a specified executive order. The bill also requires the Department of Consumer Affairs to prioritize veteran recipients who have less than honorable characterizations of service related to mental health conditions, traumatic brain injuries, or sex-related issues. Additionally, the bill establishes a housing and supportive services grant program to provide free housing supports for veterans being discharged from service. This program would prioritize recipients who have less than honorable characterizations of service related to mental health conditions, traumatic brain injuries, or sex-related issues, or who have characterizations related to ge…
| Aug. 24, 2026 | In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending. |
| Aug. 24, 2026 | Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Assembly. (Ayes 32. Noes 0.). |
| Aug. 17, 2026 | Read second time. Ordered to third reading. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | Read second time and amended. Ordered returned to second reading. |
| Aug. 13, 2026 | From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended. (Ayes 5. Noes 0.) (August 13). |