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VA must actively reschedule canceled mental health appointments for veterans.

This law requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to actively reach out to veterans who cancel their mental health appointments. If a veteran cancels, the VA must contact them by phone at least twice to ensure the appointment is rescheduled. This measure aims to prevent veterans needing mental support from losing access to care due to a single cancellation.
Key points
The VA is mandated to proactively call veterans (at least twice) to reschedule canceled mental health appointments.
This improvement applies to all veterans enrolled in the VA healthcare system, enhancing their access to necessary support.
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Print number: 119_HR_2229
Sponsor: Rep. Steil, Bryan [R-WI-1]
Process start date: 2025-03-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Veteran Falls Through the Cracks Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2229.

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 2025-03-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The VA is mandated to proactively call veterans (at least twice) to reschedule canceled mental health appointments.
  • This improvement applies to all veterans enrolled in the VA healthcare system, enhancing their access to necessary support.
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. Steil, Bryan [R-WI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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