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Keeping Your Therapist: Continuous Mental Health Care for Transitioning Veterans.

This bill allows service members and veterans transitioning from Department of Defense (DoD) to Veterans Affairs (VA) mental health care to continue seeing their current DoD provider. This ensures stability and continuity of treatment during a critical transition period. Individuals choosing this option will receive the same priority level for care as active service members.
Key points
Option to retain your current DoD mental health provider when transitioning to VA health care services.
Individuals maintaining DoD care receive the same treatment priority as active members of the Armed Forces at military facilities.
Mandate for DoD providers to submit medical records to the VA to ensure seamless transfer and continuity of care.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5611
Sponsor: Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13]
Process start date: 2025-09-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Mental Health Care Provider Retention Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5611.

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 2025-09-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Option to retain your current DoD mental health provider when transitioning to VA health care services.
  • Individuals maintaining DoD care receive the same treatment priority as active members of the Armed Forces at military facilities.
  • Mandate for DoD providers to submit medical records to the VA to ensure seamless transfer and continuity of care.
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. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13].

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 2025-12-31.

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