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Enhanced Mental Health Support for Veterans and Their Families

This act aims to improve access to mental healthcare for veterans by expanding support programs, increasing the number of specialists, and streamlining the crisis hotline. It also introduces new support initiatives for veterans after their service and their families, including those affected by a loved one's suicide.
Key points
More Mental Health Professionals: Increasing staff and training slots in veteran facilities, including for minority and Native American veterans.
Improved Crisis Hotline: Better training for operators, call quality monitoring, and new procedures for high-risk callers, including those with substance abuse issues.
Post-Service Support: "Solid Start" program for newly separated veterans, offering information on benefits and crisis assistance, and "Buddy Check Week" promoting peer support.
Expanded Care Eligibility: Access to mental health services for families of veterans who died by suicide, and consultations for veterans filing compensation claims.
Research and Development: Funding for research into mental health, brain injuries, sleep disorders, and the impact of service on military families.
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Additional Information
STRONG Veterans Act of 2022
Print number: HR 6411
Sponsor: Rep. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41]
Process start date: 2022-01-18
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Enhanced Mental Health Support for Veterans and Their Families

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 6411.

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 2022-01-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • More Mental Health Professionals: Increasing staff and training slots in veteran facilities, including for minority and Native American veterans.
  • Improved Crisis Hotline: Better training for operators, call quality monitoring, and new procedures for high-risk callers, including those with substance abuse issues.
  • Post-Service Support: "Solid Start" program for newly separated veterans, offering information on benefits and crisis assistance, and "Buddy Check Week" promoting peer support.
  • Expanded Care Eligibility: Access to mental health services for families of veterans who died by suicide, and consultations for veterans filing compensation claims.
  • Research and Development: Funding for research into mental health, brain injuries, sleep disorders, and the impact of service on military families.

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. Takano, Mark [D-CA-41].

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 H5845-5851)

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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