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Mental Health Support for Veterans: Funding Local Peer-to-Peer Programs.

This Act establishes a grant program to fund local and state peer-to-peer mental health support programs specifically for veterans. This initiative ensures veterans have access to 24/7 non-clinical emotional support provided by fellow veterans. Crucially, these programs are prohibited from retaining or reporting personally identifying information about veterans seeking help, ensuring privacy and anonymity.
Key points
Funding Local Support: The VA is authorized to provide grants up to $250,000 to states, non-profit organizations, and other entities to establish peer-to-peer mental health programs.
24/7 Support and Veteran Employment: Grant funds must be used to provide mental health support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and to hire veterans to serve as peer specialists.
Privacy Protection: The program prohibits recipients from maintaining or reporting any personally identifying information about veterans seeking support to the VA.
Funding Authorization: $25 million is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this program over the initial three-year period.
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Print number: 118_HR_2768
Sponsor: Rep. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PFC Joseph P. Dwyer Peer Support Program Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2768.

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 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding Local Support: The VA is authorized to provide grants up to $250,000 to states, non-profit organizations, and other entities to establish peer-to-peer mental health programs.
  • 24/7 Support and Veteran Employment: Grant funds must be used to provide mental health support 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and to hire veterans to serve as peer specialists.
  • Privacy Protection: The program prohibits recipients from maintaining or reporting any personally identifying information about veterans seeking support to the VA.
  • Funding Authorization: $25 million is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this program over the initial three-year period.
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. LaLota, Nick [R-NY-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

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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