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Improving Data Collection on Veteran Suicides at VA Facilities for Prevention.

This law aims to enhance veteran safety by requiring the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to significantly improve how it collects and analyzes data on suicides and attempted suicides occurring on VA property. It mandates annual statistical trend evaluations and establishes a dedicated working group to unify disparate data sources and develop more effective prevention strategies. The goal is to better understand the root causes of these tragedies to save lives and improve mental health services.
Key points
The VA must annually evaluate statistical trends of suicides and attempted suicides by veterans occurring on VA property and recommend prevention methods.
A dedicated working group will be established (operating for 2 to 5 years) to collect and analyze detailed data, including information from family interviews.
The working group is tasked with improving and unifying the VA's data collection processes across all sources to ensure comprehensive information for prevention programs.
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Print number: 119_HR_6000
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Process start date: 2025-11-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans’ Sentinel Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6000.

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 2025-11-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The VA must annually evaluate statistical trends of suicides and attempted suicides by veterans occurring on VA property and recommend prevention methods.
  • A dedicated working group will be established (operating for 2 to 5 years) to collect and analyze detailed data, including information from family interviews.
  • The working group is tasked with improving and unifying the VA's data collection processes across all sources to ensure comprehensive information for prevention programs.
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. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6].

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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