Connecting the Community To End Military Suicide Act
12/31/2022, 5:04 AMCongress
117
Number
HR - 4882
Introduced on
2021-07-30
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
Cosponsors
+5
Status of Legislation
Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote
Purpose and Summary
Connecting the Community To End Military Suicide Act
This bill requires each military department to authorize its respective service members to take up to two weeks of permissive temporary duty each year to attend a seminar, retreat, workshop, or outdoor recreational therapy event hosted by a nonprofit organization that focuses on psychological, physical, spiritual, or social wellness.
Bill 117 HR 4882, also known as the Connecting the Community To End Military Suicide Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the goal of addressing the issue of military suicide. The bill aims to improve coordination and communication between the Department of Defense (DoD) and community organizations in order to better support service members and veterans who may be at risk of suicide.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a pilot program that would create partnerships between the DoD and local community organizations, such as mental health providers, non-profit organizations, and faith-based groups. These partnerships would work together to identify and support service members and veterans who are at risk of suicide, providing them with the resources and assistance they need to address their mental health challenges.
Additionally, the bill calls for the development of a national strategy to prevent military suicide, which would involve collaboration between the DoD, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and other relevant agencies. This strategy would focus on improving access to mental health services, increasing awareness of suicide prevention resources, and reducing the stigma associated with seeking help for mental health issues. Overall, the Connecting the Community To End Military Suicide Act seeks to address the complex and pressing issue of military suicide by fostering collaboration between the military and community organizations, and by developing a comprehensive national strategy to prevent suicide among service members and veterans.
One of the key provisions of the bill is the establishment of a pilot program that would create partnerships between the DoD and local community organizations, such as mental health providers, non-profit organizations, and faith-based groups. These partnerships would work together to identify and support service members and veterans who are at risk of suicide, providing them with the resources and assistance they need to address their mental health challenges.
Additionally, the bill calls for the development of a national strategy to prevent military suicide, which would involve collaboration between the DoD, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and other relevant agencies. This strategy would focus on improving access to mental health services, increasing awareness of suicide prevention resources, and reducing the stigma associated with seeking help for mental health issues. Overall, the Connecting the Community To End Military Suicide Act seeks to address the complex and pressing issue of military suicide by fostering collaboration between the military and community organizations, and by developing a comprehensive national strategy to prevent suicide among service members and veterans.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize permissive temporary duty for certain members of the Armed Forces to attend certain seminars, retreats, workshops, or outdoor recreational therapy events.
Official Title as IntroducedTo authorize permissive temporary duty for certain members of the Armed Forces to attend certain seminars, retreats, workshops, or outdoor recreational therapy events.
Display TitleConnecting the Community To End Military Suicide Act
Short Title(s) as IntroducedConnecting the Community To End Military Suicide Act
Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security
Potential Impact
Administrative law and regulatory procedures•
Department of Defense•
Employee leave•
Health promotion and preventive care•
Mental health•
Military medicine•
Military personnel and dependents•
Outdoor recreation
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Recent Activity
Latest Summary9/14/2021
Connecting the Community To End Military Suicide Act
This bill requires each military department to authorize its respective service members to take up to two weeks of permissive temporary duty each year to attend a semina...
r, retreat, workshop, or outdoor recreational therapy event hosted by a nonprofit organization that focuses on psychological, physical, spiritual, or social wellness.
Latest Action7/30/2021
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.