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Study Mandated to Compare Quality of Veteran Mental Health and Addiction Care.

This law requires an independent study to compare the quality of mental health and addiction treatment provided to veterans by VA facilities versus non-VA providers. The goal is to assess differences in treatment outcomes, patient satisfaction, and care coordination. The findings will be made public, providing a factual basis for future improvements in veteran healthcare standards.
Key points
Requires an independent, public study comparing the quality of mental health and addiction care for veterans between VA and non-VA providers.
The study will assess specific treatment results, including symptom improvement, suicide risk, and veteran satisfaction with the care received.
The report must identify gaps in care coordination and record sharing between different providers, crucial for veterans using both systems.
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Print number: 118_S_3546
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2023-12-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans Mental Health and Addiction Therapy Quality of Care Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3546.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires an independent, public study comparing the quality of mental health and addiction care for veterans between VA and non-VA providers.
  • The study will assess specific treatment results, including symptom improvement, suicide risk, and veteran satisfaction with the care received.
  • The report must identify gaps in care coordination and record sharing between different providers, crucial for veterans using both systems.
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 Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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