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Better Mental Health Care for Veterans: Access, Staffing, and Programs for Women.

This Act aims to significantly improve access to mental health services for veterans, including expanding the Vet Center network and better tailoring programs to specific needs, especially for women veterans. It introduces changes designed to increase the number and qualifications of staff, and ensures annual mental health consultations for veterans receiving disability benefits related to mental health conditions.
Key points
Veterans receiving disability compensation for mental health issues will be entitled to an annual consultation and information about available services.
Suicide prevention and mental health support programs will be tailored to the specific needs of women veterans (e.g., addressing military sexual trauma).
Extension of the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program to six years and an increase in the maximum grant amount.
Implementation of a plan and pilot program to ensure veterans with spinal cord injuries have access to residential mental health treatment programs.
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Print number: 118_S_5210
Sponsor: Sen. Tester, Jon [D-MT]
Process start date: 2024-09-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BRAVE Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5210.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-09-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans receiving disability compensation for mental health issues will be entitled to an annual consultation and information about available services.
  • Suicide prevention and mental health support programs will be tailored to the specific needs of women veterans (e.g., addressing military sexual trauma).
  • Extension of the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program to six years and an increase in the maximum grant amount.
  • Implementation of a plan and pilot program to ensure veterans with spinal cord injuries have access to residential mental health treatment programs.
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. Tester, Jon [D-MT].

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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