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9/11 Health Program: Enhanced Mental Health Access and Funding Stability

This act aims to improve healthcare access for 9/11 responders and survivors. It introduces changes to mental health evaluations and program funding, ensuring more stable and long-term support for those affected.
Key points
Increased flexibility for mental health evaluations: Licensed mental health providers, not just physicians, can now conduct initial assessments.
Program funding adjustments: Ensures more stable financial support for healthcare services for affected individuals until 2090.
Improved participant counting: Deceased individuals will no longer be included in program enrollment counts, leading to more accurate data.
Extended time for adding new health conditions: The program will have more time to include new illnesses linked to the 9/11 events.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1410
Sponsor: Rep. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2]
Process start date: 2025-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1410.

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 2025-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased flexibility for mental health evaluations: Licensed mental health providers, not just physicians, can now conduct initial assessments.
  • Program funding adjustments: Ensures more stable financial support for healthcare services for affected individuals until 2090.
  • Improved participant counting: Deceased individuals will no longer be included in program enrollment counts, leading to more accurate data.
  • Extended time for adding new health conditions: The program will have more time to include new illnesses linked to the 9/11 events.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Garbarino, Andrew R. [R-NY-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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