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Mental Health Support for Veteran Families After Suicide

This act establishes a free counseling program for the next of kin and caregivers of veterans who died by suicide. It aims to provide essential support to those affected by such tragedies, improving their access to necessary services.
Key points
Free counseling services for family members and caregivers of veterans who died by suicide.
The program must be easily accessible and offer services comparable or superior to existing ones.
Information about the program will be publicly available on the Department's website.
The Department of Veterans Affairs has 90 days to implement the program after the act's enactment.
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Print number: 118_HR_3077
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2023-05-02