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Mandatory SANE Nurses in VA Hospitals and Referral Requirements.

This Act requires all Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals and urgent care facilities to employ at least one Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) or a healthcare provider qualified to conduct forensic examinations. After examining an individual for sexual assault, providers must verbally refer them to mental health services. If the wait time for these services at the VA facility exceeds 30 days, care must be provided through a Veterans Care Agreement.
Key points
Requires every VA hospital and urgent care facility to employ at least one Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) or a qualified provider for forensic sexual assault examinations.
Mandates verbal referral of the individual to mental health care services after examination; if the wait time exceeds 30 days, care must be provided through a Veterans Care Agreement.
Implementation of these responsibilities must not reduce or negatively affect the existing patient care responsibilities of VA employees.
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Print number: 118_HR_10000
Sponsor: Rep. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2]
Process start date: 2024-10-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SANE Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10000.

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 2024-10-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires every VA hospital and urgent care facility to employ at least one Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) or a qualified provider for forensic sexual assault examinations.
  • Mandates verbal referral of the individual to mental health care services after examination; if the wait time exceeds 30 days, care must be provided through a Veterans Care Agreement.
  • Implementation of these responsibilities must not reduce or negatively affect the existing patient care responsibilities of VA employees.
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. Burchett, Tim [R-TN-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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