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ACT for Veterans Act

12/15/2023, 3:58 PM

Summary of Bill HR 3644

The ACT for Veterans Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 3644, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to improve access to mental health services for veterans by expanding the eligibility criteria for receiving care at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities.

Specifically, the ACT for Veterans Act aims to allow veterans who have received an other-than-honorable discharge to access mental health services at VA facilities. Currently, veterans with other-than-honorable discharges are not eligible for VA care, even if they are experiencing mental health issues related to their service.

The bill also includes provisions to increase outreach efforts to inform veterans of their eligibility for mental health services at VA facilities. This is intended to ensure that all veterans, regardless of their discharge status, are aware of the resources available to them for mental health support. Overall, the ACT for Veterans Act seeks to address the mental health needs of veterans who may have been previously excluded from VA care due to their discharge status. By expanding eligibility criteria and increasing outreach efforts, this bill aims to provide more comprehensive support for veterans struggling with mental health issues.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3644

Bill HR 3644 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 24, 2023. Bill HR 3644 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 24, 2023.  Bill HR 3644's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of June 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3644

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
8
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3644

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3644

ACT for Veterans Act
ACT for Veterans Act
Addressing Care Timelines for Veterans Act
To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend the authorization period for emergency treatment in non-Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities under the Veterans Community Care Program.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3644

Robert E. Latta
Robert E. Latta
OhioRepublican
Chris Stewart
Chris Stewart
UtahRepublican
Mary E. Miller
Mary E. Miller
IllinoisRepublican
Diana Harshbarger
Diana Harshbarger
TennesseeRepublican
Cliff Bentz
Cliff Bentz
OregonRepublican

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