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Mental Health Support for American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans

This act aims to improve access to mental health care and suicide prevention for minority veterans, with a special focus on American Indian and Alaska Native veterans. It mandates the employment of minority veteran coordinators in medical facilities and provides them with specialized training. This should make it easier for veterans to receive culturally appropriate assistance.
Key points
Every veteran medical facility will have a dedicated coordinator to support minority veterans, including American Indian and Alaska Native veterans.
Coordinators will receive training to better understand and support the mental health needs of Native veterans, considering their traditions and culture.
Medical facilities must develop plans to reach out with psychological help to Native communities, collaborating with their leaders and organizations.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5181
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2022-12-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans Mental Health Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5181.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Every veteran medical facility will have a dedicated coordinator to support minority veterans, including American Indian and Alaska Native veterans.
  • Coordinators will receive training to better understand and support the mental health needs of Native veterans, considering their traditions and culture.
  • Medical facilities must develop plans to reach out with psychological help to Native communities, collaborating with their leaders and organizations.
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. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

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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