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Higher Standards for Veteran Family Therapists Providing Clinical Supervision.

This bill establishes stricter qualification requirements for marriage and family therapists who provide clinical supervision within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). This ensures that veterans and their families receive high-quality therapeutic services, as supervisors must now hold specific state authorization or be certified by the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT). The change aims to enhance the quality of mental health care services provided to veterans.
Key points
Supervisors must be authorized by the state to provide clinical supervision or be designated as an approved supervisor by the AAMFT.
The goal is to enhance the quality of mental health care services provided to veterans and their families through the VHA by ensuring qualified oversight.
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Print number: 118_HR_8165
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2024-04-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish qualifications for the appointment of a person as a marriage and family therapist, qualified to provide clinical supervision, in the Veterans Health Administration.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8165.

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 2024-04-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Supervisors must be authorized by the state to provide clinical supervision or be designated as an approved supervisor by the AAMFT.
  • The goal is to enhance the quality of mental health care services provided to veterans and their families through the VHA by ensuring qualified oversight.
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. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

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 2025-12-25.

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