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Service Dogs for Veterans with PTSD: Support and Care

This act establishes a grant program to help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) obtain service dogs. The program aims to improve veterans' daily lives, well-being, and reintegration into society by covering the costs of the dog, its training, veterinary insurance, and travel expenses. This initiative seeks to reduce the burden of veteran suicide and reliance on medication.
Key points
Veterans with PTSD can receive service dogs to help manage their symptoms.
The program covers the cost of the dog, its training, veterinary insurance, and veteran travel expenses.
The goal is to improve veterans' quality of life, reduce suicide risk, and decrease reliance on medication.
The program will be monitored for effectiveness and is authorized for a three-year period.
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Print number: 117_HR_1022
Sponsor: Rep. Rutherford, John H. [R-FL-4]
Process start date: 2021-02-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PAWS Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1022.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with PTSD can receive service dogs to help manage their symptoms.
  • The program covers the cost of the dog, its training, veterinary insurance, and veteran travel expenses.
  • The goal is to improve veterans' quality of life, reduce suicide risk, and decrease reliance on medication.
  • The program will be monitored for effectiveness and is authorized for a three-year period.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Rutherford, John H. [R-FL-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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