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Mental Health Support for Veterans: New Assistance Programs

This act amends support programs for transitioning servicemembers, focusing on mental health. It aims to help veterans cope with issues like PTSD, depression, and suicide risk by providing access to relevant services and information. The goal is to reduce veteran suicides.
Key points
Transition assistance programs for departing military personnel will include more information on mental health, including available services and treatment.
Veterans will receive education on mental health conditions such as PTSD, depression, suicide risk, and coping strategies.
The Solid Start Program for veterans will actively inform about mental health services available to them.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2096
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2025-06-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2096.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-06-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Transition assistance programs for departing military personnel will include more information on mental health, including available services and treatment.
  • Veterans will receive education on mental health conditions such as PTSD, depression, suicide risk, and coping strategies.
  • The Solid Start Program for veterans will actively inform about mental health services available to them.
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 Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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