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Veterans Support: More Funding for Suicide Prevention

This act increases funding and streamlines the veteran suicide prevention program, meaning more available services and better coordinated aid. The maximum grant amount for organizations assisting veterans is increased, allowing them to expand their activities.
Key points
Increase in the maximum grant amount for organizations assisting veterans from $750,000 to $1,250,000.
Extension of the veteran suicide prevention program until September 30, 2028, with a total budget of $285,000,000 for fiscal years 2026-2028.
Introduction of mandatory annual briefings for local medical centers to improve coordination with grant-receiving organizations.
Changes in the selection process for advisory entities, aiming for better alignment with program needs.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_793
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Process start date: 2025-02-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act of 2019 to modify and reauthorize the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_793.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increase in the maximum grant amount for organizations assisting veterans from $750,000 to $1,250,000.
  • Extension of the veteran suicide prevention program until September 30, 2028, with a total budget of $285,000,000 for fiscal years 2026-2028.
  • Introduction of mandatory annual briefings for local medical centers to improve coordination with grant-receiving organizations.
  • Changes in the selection process for advisory entities, aiming for better alignment with program needs.
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. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA].

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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