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Support for Veteran Families After Suicide: Flag and Counseling

This bill creates new support for the next of kin of veterans who died by suicide on or after September 11, 2001. It includes a special flag for remembrance and free counseling services.
Key points
Families of veterans who died by suicide on or after September 11, 2001, will be eligible for a special "Green Star Flag".
Next of kin and certain former volunteer caregivers of these veterans will be entitled to free counseling services from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The Department of Veterans Affairs must start the counseling program within 90 days of the law being enacted.
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Additional Information
To amend titles 36 and 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out actions for certain surviving family members of veterans deceased as the result of suicide, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 5036
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2021-08-13
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Support for Veteran Families After Suicide: Flag and Counseling

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 5036.

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 2021-08-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Families of veterans who died by suicide on or after September 11, 2001, will be eligible for a special "Green Star Flag".
  • Next of kin and certain former volunteer caregivers of these veterans will be entitled to free counseling services from the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs must start the counseling program within 90 days of the law being enacted.

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. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 5036

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