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Assessing and Expanding Veteran Academic Leadership Program

This act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to report on its Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership (VITAL) program. The goal is to evaluate the program's effectiveness, identify areas for expansion, and better support student veterans, including their mental health and suicide prevention. This ensures student veterans receive adequate support to achieve their educational and life goals.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs must assess how the VITAL program supports student veterans, their mental health, and suicide prevention.
The report will detail program reach, resources, and barriers to expansion.
The act mandates uniform best practices and goals for the VITAL program across all Department medical centers.
The Department is required to conduct outreach about the program to the Armed Forces and veteran service organizations.
Feasibility of including student veteran suicide rates in the annual veteran suicide prevention report will be assessed.
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Print number: 117_HR_5516
Sponsor: Rep. Ellzey, Jake [R-TX-6]
Process start date: 2021-10-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VITAL Assessment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5516.

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 2021-10-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs must assess how the VITAL program supports student veterans, their mental health, and suicide prevention.
  • The report will detail program reach, resources, and barriers to expansion.
  • The act mandates uniform best practices and goals for the VITAL program across all Department medical centers.
  • The Department is required to conduct outreach about the program to the Armed Forces and veteran service organizations.
  • Feasibility of including student veteran suicide rates in the annual veteran suicide prevention report will be assessed.
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. Ellzey, Jake [R-TX-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H6279)

Is this summary verified?

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

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