OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Affordable Mental Health Care for Selected Reserve Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5217.
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:
- No out-of-pocket costs: Selected Reserve members using TRICARE Reserve Select will no longer pay cost-shares or copayments for behavioral health care.
- Improved mental health access: Eliminating financial barriers directly facilitates reservists' access to behavioral health treatment.
- The change applies specifically to behavioral health services covered under TRICARE Reserve Select.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA].
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.