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Military Suicide Prevention: Two Weeks Leave for Wellness Programs

This new bill aims to reduce military suicides by allowing service members up to two weeks of permissive temporary duty each year. This time can be used to attend seminars, retreats, workshops, or outdoor recreational therapy events. These events must be hosted by non-profit organizations and focus on psychological, physical, spiritual, or social wellness.
Key points
Service members can take up to two weeks of annual leave for wellness programs.
Programs must be non-profit and focus on mental, physical, spiritual, or social well-being.
The goal is to reduce suicide rates within the Armed Forces by providing access to support.
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Additional Information
Connecting the Community To End Military Suicide Act
Print number: HR 4882
Sponsor: Rep. Hartzler, Vicky [R-MO-4]
Process start date: 2021-07-30