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Improved Support for Veterans After Military Sexual Trauma

New regulations aim to streamline coordination between two veteran support agencies, ensuring individuals who experienced military sexual trauma receive comprehensive information and support. This will provide veterans easier access to mental health assistance and information on their benefits, potentially improving their quality of life and recovery process.
Key points
Veterans experiencing military sexual trauma will automatically receive information on available support, including crisis lines and mental health specialists.
Information exchange between veteran health and benefits agencies will be improved, ensuring more consistent and timely support.
Veterans who consent will be automatically notified of upcoming medical appointments or claim decisions, increasing their awareness and control over the process.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7335
Sponsor: Rep. Luria, Elaine G. [D-VA-2]
Process start date: 2022-03-31
Voting date: 2022-05-18
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 215