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Improving VA Mental Health Services and Expanding Vet Center Access for Veterans.

This Act aims to improve mental health care for veterans by strengthening the VA workforce and expanding access to Vet Centers. It requires the VA to report on pay disparities for counselors and assess the coordination of clinical care. Crucially, it extends suicide prevention grants and mandates specialized mental health support for women veterans and those with spinal cord injuries.
Key points
Extends the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program for three additional years (total six years) and increases maximum grant amounts.
Requires the VA to modify the REACH VET program to incorporate risk factors weighted for women, such as military sexual trauma and intimate partner violence.
Mandates annual mental health consultations and outreach for veterans receiving disability compensation for mental health diagnoses.
Requires a plan and pilot program to ensure veterans with spinal cord injuries can access residential mental health treatment programs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6024
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Process start date: 2025-11-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BRAVE Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6024.

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 2025-11-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program for three additional years (total six years) and increases maximum grant amounts.
  • Requires the VA to modify the REACH VET program to incorporate risk factors weighted for women, such as military sexual trauma and intimate partner violence.
  • Mandates annual mental health consultations and outreach for veterans receiving disability compensation for mental health diagnoses.
  • Requires a plan and pilot program to ensure veterans with spinal cord injuries can access residential mental health treatment 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 2025-12-31.

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