Veterans (Veteran Housing)

in committee · Tennessee · House May 4, 2026

HB 2143: Veterans Services, Dept. of - As enacted, requires the department to conduct a study that includes an evaluation of county veterans service office resources; the identification of underserved areas; operational capacity; local outreach efforts, community outreach events, partnerships, and other entities providing, or sources of, assistance for veterans at the local level; and the identification of potential funding mechanisms to support local veterans service offices; requires the department to compile a report of the study by December 31, 2026. - Amends TCA Title 4, Chapter 25 and Title 58, Chapter 3.

HB 2143 sets staffing and accreditation standards for Tennessee's local veterans service offices. It requires each office to have at least one "county veterans service officer" (CVSO, a veteran) and establishes ratios for non-veteran staff ("county veterans service representatives" or CVSRs). The bill mandates all staff must obtain U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs accreditation within six months of hire, complete annual training, and pass background checks, with veterans given hiring preference. It also sets minimum salary rates, requires budget transparency, and creates state salary grants to help counties meet staffing requirements. The bill directly affects local governments operating veterans offices and their employees.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRequires veteran staff (CVSO), accreditation, and training to improve service quality and accessibility for veterans at local offices.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Employment Veteran Housing

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signed · Tennessee · Senate May 18, 2026

SB 1613: Veterans - As enacted, authorizes state veterans' homes to provide services other than skilled nursing services to honorably discharged veterans. - Amends TCA Title 58, Chapter 7.

SB 1613 amends Tennessee law to allow state veterans' homes to provide services beyond skilled nursing care to honorably discharged veterans, directly affecting veterans seeking non-nursing support. The key provision (added to § 58-7-101(e)) explicitly permits homes to offer "other services for the support and care" of veterans, as authorized by existing state or federal law. This expands the range of care options available at veterans' homes without creating new services, only enabling previously authorized ones. The bill also makes minor technical updates to sections about home locations, contracts, and the purpose of veterans' homes.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands veterans' home services to include non-nursing support options, directly advancing care accessibility for honorably discharged veterans under existing law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

in committee · Tennessee · House May 18, 2026

HB 1914: Veterans - As enacted, authorizes state veterans' homes to provide services other than skilled nursing services to honorably discharged veterans. - Amends TCA Title 58, Chapter 7.

HB 1914 amends Tennessee law to allow state veterans' homes to provide services beyond skilled nursing care to honorably discharged veterans, as permitted by state or federal law. This directly affects veterans who may need non-skilled care services, such as community support or transitional housing, at state facilities. The bill updates Section 58-7-101(e) to explicitly authorize these additional services while maintaining existing skilled nursing offerings. It also makes minor administrative updates to related sections regarding facility operations and contracts. The changes aim to expand care options for veterans without altering eligibility or funding mechanisms.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands services at veterans' homes beyond skilled nursing, including non-skilled care like community support, improving access to supportive health services for veterans.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransExpands authorized services at state veterans' homes beyond skilled nursing to include community support and transitional housing for honorably discharged veterans, strengthening access to non-skilled care options.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Long-Term Care Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Jan 15, 2025

SB 12: Taxes, Ad Valorem - As introduced, changes the reimbursement amount for property tax relief for disabled veteran homeowners; increases the reimbursement amount from payment on the first $175,000 of the full market value of the home to payment on the first $200,000 of the full market value. - Amends TCA Title 67, Chapter 5, Part 7.

SB 12 increases property tax relief for disabled veteran homeowners in Tennessee by raising the value threshold for reimbursement. The bill amends Tennessee law to change the reimbursement amount from covering the first $175,000 of a home's market value to the first $200,000. This directly affects qualifying disabled veterans who receive property tax relief under existing programs. The change takes effect July 1, 2025, for tax years beginning on or after that date. The amendment applies to all relevant sections of Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 67, Chapter 5, Part 7.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases property tax relief for disabled veterans by raising reimbursement threshold from $175k to $200k, providing greater tax relief for qualifying homeowners.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncreases property tax relief for disabled veterans by raising reimbursement threshold from $175k to $200k, directly expanding financial benefits for qualifying veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Veteran Benefits Veteran Housing

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signed · Tennessee · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 948: Housing - As enacted, requires certain property, projects, and joint ventures to meet certain requirements if a legislative body of a county or municipality adopts by resolution or ordinance an affordable housing program. - Amends TCA Title 47 and Title 67.

The bill title provided in your query (about housing) does not match the actual bill text, which is about veterans' property tax exemptions. SB 948 amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 67, to require disabled veterans to provide documentation of their military service and disability to qualify for a property tax exemption. This change directly affects disabled veterans seeking the exemption, as they must now submit proof of service and disability to the relevant authority. The bill was signed by the Governor and takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax exemption for disabled veterans, a form of tax relief, directly supporting Budget & Taxes topic through tax reduction.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRequires documentation for disabled veterans to qualify for property tax exemption, ensuring program integrity and protecting the benefit for eligible veterans.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Veteran Housing

in committee · Tennessee · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 1200: Veterans Services, Dept. of - As introduced, allocates 1 percent of the revenue from sports gaming in this state to the department to be used to support veterans services in this state. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 49; Title 58; Title 68 and Title 71.

SB 1200 allocates 1% of revenue generated from sports gaming in Tennessee to the Department of Veterans Services starting July 1, 2025. This funding directly supports state veterans services programs, including counseling, housing assistance, and other support initiatives for veterans. The bill amends multiple Tennessee Code sections to redirect this specific portion of sports gaming revenue to the veterans department. It does not change existing allocations for other services, such as the 4% currently dedicated to mental health and substance abuse services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRedirects 1% of sports gaming revenue to fund veterans services, supporting essential programs without tax increases or defunding.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates sports gaming revenue to veterans services including counseling and support initiatives, directly funding mental health and healthcare programs for veterans.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly allocates sports gaming revenue for veterans' housing assistance, directly funding a housing program as part of veterans services.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAllocates 1% of sports gaming revenue to fund veterans services including counseling and housing assistance, directly advancing state veterans programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Substance Abuse Veteran Housing

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in committee · Tennessee · Senate Apr 14, 2026

SB 368: Veterans - As introduced, removes the market value cap used for calculating property tax relief on the primary residence for disabled veterans who are eligible for property tax relief and requires the state to fully reimburse such veterans for local property taxes paid for a given tax year on that property. - Amends TCA Title 67, Chapter 5, Part 7.

SB 368 removes a market value cap that previously limited property tax relief for disabled veterans in Tennessee. It requires the state to fully reimburse eligible disabled veterans for all local property taxes paid each year on their primary residence, instead of capping relief at a specific property value. This directly affects disabled veterans who own and live in their primary residence and qualify for property tax relief under Tennessee law. The change takes effect for tax years beginning July 1, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill requires full state reimbursement for disabled veterans' property taxes, increasing state spending on tax relief for a vulnerable group.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRemoves market value cap, requiring full reimbursement of property taxes for disabled veterans' primary residences, expanding financial relief beyond previous limits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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in committee · Tennessee · House Feb 3, 2026

HR 7: Naming and Designating - Designates September 22 as "Veterans Suicide Prevention Day." -

This House Resolution (HR 7) designates September 22 as "Veterans Suicide Prevention Day" in Tennessee. It does not create new policies or funding but formally recognizes the state's commitment to addressing veteran suicide through symbolic acknowledgment. The resolution cites Tennessee's higher veteran suicide rate (184 deaths in 2022) and references existing VA suicide prevention efforts like Risk ID screening and Caring Contacts. It aims to raise awareness during National Suicide Prevention Month (September) without altering legal requirements or services. This is a commemorative resolution, not a substantive legislative change.

Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransDesignates Veterans Suicide Prevention Day to raise awareness, aligning with recognition of veteran healthcare needs per indicators.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Housing Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · Tennessee · House May 13, 2025

HB 1134: Housing - As enacted, requires certain property, projects, and joint ventures to meet certain requirements if a legislative body of a county or municipality adopts by resolution or ordinance an affordable housing program. - Amends TCA Title 47 and Title 67.

This bill requires disabled veterans to provide documentation of their military service and disability to qualify for a property tax exemption. It directly affects disabled veterans in Tennessee seeking this exemption. The legislation amends Tennessee law to add this documentation requirement as a condition for eligibility. The exemption itself remains unchanged, but applicants must now submit proof of service and disability to claim it.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill sets requirements for properties in affordable housing programs, supporting implementation of such programs.90% confidence ✗ VeteransOpposes VeteransAdds documentation requirement for disabled veterans' property tax exemption, creating barrier to access existing benefit.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Property Taxes Veteran Housing

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in committee · Tennessee · House Apr 15, 2025

HB 48: Veterans - As introduced, removes the market value cap used for calculating property tax relief on the primary residence for disabled veterans who are eligible for property tax relief and requires the state to fully reimburse such veterans for local property taxes paid for a given tax year on that property. - Amends TCA Title 67, Chapter 5, Part 7.

HB 48 would change Tennessee's property tax relief for disabled veterans by removing a market value cap on the primary residence. It requires the state to fully reimburse eligible disabled veterans for all local property taxes paid on their primary home each year, instead of capping the relief at a specific property value. This applies to veterans already qualifying for property tax relief under current law. The change takes effect for tax years beginning July 1, 2025, and is funded through state general funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRemoves property tax cap for disabled veterans, requiring full state reimbursement of local property taxes, increasing state spending on tax relief for eligible veterans.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransRemoves market value cap and mandates full reimbursement of local property taxes for eligible disabled veterans' primary homes, expanding existing tax relief benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Housing

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