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Mental Health Support for Veterans: New Aid Programs

This act introduces a three-year program aimed at improving veterans' access to mental health care. Through this program, non-profit organizations will be able to receive grants to provide specialized, free psychological assistance tailored to veterans' needs. This is intended to help them recover and function in daily life.
Key points
Veterans will gain easier access to free, specialized mental health care provided by non-profit organizations.
The program aims to provide culturally competent and evidence-based care, increasing treatment effectiveness.
Grants will support existing facilities or establish new ones, especially in rural, urban, medically underserved areas, or areas with a high number of veterans at risk of suicide.
Organizations receiving grants will not be allowed to charge veterans fees or refuse assistance due to lack of insurance.
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Additional Information
Recognizing Community Organizations for Veteran Engagement and Recovery Act
Print number: HR 2283
Sponsor: Rep. Bost, Mike [R-IL-12]
Process start date: 2025-03-24