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VA Zero Suicide Initiative: Improving Mental Health Care and Reducing Veteran Suicides.

This Act mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish a five-year pilot program called the "Zero Suicide Initiative" at five selected medical centers. The goal is to significantly reduce veteran suicide rates by implementing specialized, intensive staff training and new standards of care. Veterans will benefit from improved risk assessment, treatment, and crisis management procedures.
Key points
A five-year pilot program will be launched at five VA medical centers to enhance safety and mental health care for veterans at risk of suicide.
VA staff will receive comprehensive training on risk assessment, safety planning, and crisis management, based on the Zero Suicide Institute curriculum.
One of the five pilot sites must specifically serve veterans residing in rural and remote areas, ensuring better access to specialized care.
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Print number: 118_S_853
Sponsor: Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV]
Process start date: 2023-03-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_853.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A five-year pilot program will be launched at five VA medical centers to enhance safety and mental health care for veterans at risk of suicide.
  • VA staff will receive comprehensive training on risk assessment, safety planning, and crisis management, based on the Zero Suicide Institute curriculum.
  • One of the five pilot sites must specifically serve veterans residing in rural and remote areas, ensuring better access to specialized care.
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. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV].

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 2025-12-27.

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