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Veterans Care: Preferred List of Suicide Prevention Trained Providers.

This law aims to enhance the safety and quality of mental healthcare available to veterans. It mandates the creation of a public list of preferred community healthcare providers who have completed specialized, annual training in veteran suicide prevention. This list allows veterans to easily identify and choose qualified specialists outside the VA system, improving access to critical mental health support.
Key points
Veterans will gain access to a public list of non-VA healthcare providers trained specifically in veteran suicide prevention.
The VA must offer annual, evidence-based training to these external community care providers.
The goal is to improve the quality of mental health services and increase veterans' chances of finding appropriate help.
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Print number: 118_HR_9449
Sponsor: Rep. Huizenga, Bill [R-MI-4]
Process start date: 2024-09-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Suicide Prevention and Care Enhancement Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9449.

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 2024-09-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans will gain access to a public list of non-VA healthcare providers trained specifically in veteran suicide prevention.
  • The VA must offer annual, evidence-based training to these external community care providers.
  • The goal is to improve the quality of mental health services and increase veterans' chances of finding appropriate help.
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. Huizenga, Bill [R-MI-4].

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 2025-12-26.

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