The purpose of this legislation, known as the Service Dogs Assisting Veterans Act (or SAVES Act), is to establish a program that provides grants to nonprofit organizations. These grants will help these organizations supply service dogs to veterans who need them, particularly those with disabilities or conditions that can be alleviated by having a service dog. Key provisions of the act include the establishment of a pilot program by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. This program will award grants on a competitive basis to nonprofit entities that apply and meet specific criteria.