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Veteran Support: Suicide Prevention Program for Servicemember Transition

This act introduces a pilot program aimed at reducing veteran suicides. It provides psychological support, counseling, and access to medical and social resources, helping service members transition from military to civilian life. The goal is to improve the mental health and overall well-being of former service members.
Key points
Mandatory three-hour module for service members before discharge, focusing on risks of civilian transition like loss of support, isolation, or identity crisis.
Counseling and resource access for service members with health issues (e.g., PTSD, TBI) and victims of military sexual trauma.
Ensuring contact with a social worker or behavioral health coordinator from the Department of Veterans Affairs within 90 days of discharge.
Development of an individualized medical treatment plan for veterans based on an assessment of their service experiences.
The pilot program will run for five years at a minimum of 10 transition centers, with regular reports to Congress.
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Print number: 117_S_1296
Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH]
Process start date: 2021-04-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Daniel J. Harvey Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1296.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory three-hour module for service members before discharge, focusing on risks of civilian transition like loss of support, isolation, or identity crisis.
  • Counseling and resource access for service members with health issues (e.g., PTSD, TBI) and victims of military sexual trauma.
  • Ensuring contact with a social worker or behavioral health coordinator from the Department of Veterans Affairs within 90 days of discharge.
  • Development of an individualized medical treatment plan for veterans based on an assessment of their service experiences.
  • The pilot program will run for five years at a minimum of 10 transition centers, with regular reports to Congress.
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 Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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