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To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate a week as "Battle Buddy Check Week" for the purpose of outreach and education concerning peer wellness checks for veterans, and for other purposes.
11/28/2023, 10:31 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3405
Bill 117 hr 3405, also known as the "Battle Buddy Check Week" bill, aims to address the mental health and well-being of veterans by designating a specific week for outreach and education on peer wellness checks. The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate this week as "Battle Buddy Check Week" to encourage veterans to check in on each other and provide support.
The purpose of this legislation is to raise awareness about the importance of peer support in maintaining the mental health of veterans. By promoting the concept of "battle buddies," the bill seeks to create a network of support among veterans to help prevent isolation and provide assistance to those in need.
In addition to promoting peer wellness checks, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to veteran mental health. These may include resources for mental health education, support services, and outreach programs to ensure that veterans have access to the help they need. Overall, Bill 117 hr 3405 is a proactive measure to address the mental health challenges faced by veterans by promoting peer support and encouraging veterans to look out for one another. By designating a specific week for this purpose, the bill aims to raise awareness and provide resources to support the well-being of those who have served our country.
The purpose of this legislation is to raise awareness about the importance of peer support in maintaining the mental health of veterans. By promoting the concept of "battle buddies," the bill seeks to create a network of support among veterans to help prevent isolation and provide assistance to those in need.
In addition to promoting peer wellness checks, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to veteran mental health. These may include resources for mental health education, support services, and outreach programs to ensure that veterans have access to the help they need. Overall, Bill 117 hr 3405 is a proactive measure to address the mental health challenges faced by veterans by promoting peer support and encouraging veterans to look out for one another. By designating a specific week for this purpose, the bill aims to raise awareness and provide resources to support the well-being of those who have served our country.
Congressional Summary of HR 3405
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to designate one week per year as Battle Buddy Check Week for the purposes of organizing outreach events and educating veterans on how to conduct peer wellness checks. The VA shall ensure that the Veterans Crisis Line has a plan for handling the potential increase in calls that may occur during such week.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3405
Bill HR 3405 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 20, 2021. Bill HR 3405 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 20, 2021. Bill HR 3405's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of August 2, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3405
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
70Democrat Cosponsors
48Republican Cosponsors
22Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3405
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3405
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate a week as "Battle Buddy Check Week" for the purpose of outreach and education concerning peer wellness checks for veterans, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate a week as "Battle Buddy Check Week" for the purpose of outreach and education concerning peer wellness checks for veterans, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3405
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