Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB4789

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Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

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.

Impact

The establishment of this electronic database is expected to significantly enhance the ability of veterans to access vital support services during their transition to civilian life. It addresses a critical gap in communication by streamlining the delivery of information regarding various benefits that veterans are entitled to. This initiative not only promotes awareness among service members about the resources that can assist them but also encourages the collaboration between different agencies dedicated to veteran affairs.

Summary

House Bill 4789 aims to establish and maintain an electronic database that provides essential information to members of the United States armed forces who are transitioning out of active duty. The proposed legislation seeks to facilitate access to critical resources and benefits available to veterans, such as employment opportunities, healthcare services, housing assistance, and support groups. Eligible service members must provide written consent to include their contact information in the database, which will enable state agencies and local veteran service organizations to reach out to them effectively.

Contention

While the bill is largely seen as a positive step towards supporting veterans, some may raise concerns about data privacy and the management of personal information. Ensuring that strict protocols are in place for who can access the database and how the information is used will be crucial in maintaining the trust of service members. Furthermore, the bill’s implementation will require adequate funding and resources to develop and maintain the database, which could become a point of contention in legislative discussions.

Companion Bills

TX SB1814

Identical 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.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1814

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.

TX A00291

Includes the Space Force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits that are available to other active and veteran members of the armed forces.

TX S00243

Includes the Space Force as being members of the armed forces or veterans eligible for certain credits and benefits that are available to other active and veteran members of the armed forces.

TX HF3544

Certain veterans or former members of the armed forces who have forfeited federal benefits made ineligible for state-funded benefits, services, or programs; and environmental hazards information and assistance program for veterans discontinued.

TX SF4072

Certain veterans or former members of the armed forces who have forfeited federal benefits do not qualify for state-funded benefits, services, or programs provision; environmental hazards information and assistance program for veterans discontinuance provision

TX HB103

Relating to the creation and maintenance of a database of taxing unit bond, tax, and bond-related project information; providing a civil penalty.

TX HB05415

An Act Establishing A Veterans' And Military Healthcare Ombudsman For The Coordination And Oversight Of State And Local Resources In Navigating Federal Health Care Benefits For Veterans, Members Of The Armed Forces And Their Families.

TX HB1037

Exempt active-duty members of the armed forces of the United States and veterans from paying a resident fishing license fee.

TX SB892

Public postsecondary education: priority registration: members and former members of the Armed Forces of the United States and State Guard.

TX S1638

Provides tuition benefits at public institutions of higher education to New Jersey residents who are members of reserve component of Armed Forces of United States.

Similar Bills

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