Military Families Mental Health Services Act

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Bill 118 s 1347, also known as the Military Families Mental Health Services Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing mental health services and support to military families. The bill specifically focuses on addressing the mental health needs of military families, who often face unique challenges and stressors due to the nature of military service.

The key provisions of the bill include increasing access to mental health services for military families, improving coordination between military and civilian mental health providers, and expanding mental health education and outreach programs for military families. Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance mental health screening and assessment for military family members, as well as promote research on mental health issues affecting military families.

The bill emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health issues within military families, recognizing the significant impact that these issues can have on the well-being of service members and their loved ones. By providing increased access to mental health services and support, the bill aims to improve the overall mental health and resilience of military families, ultimately benefiting the military community as a whole. Overall, the Military Families Mental Health Services Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to prioritize the mental health needs of military families and ensure that they receive the care and support they deserve.
Congress
118

Number
S - 1347

Introduced on
2023-04-27

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/27/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
Bill 118 s 1347, also known as the Military Families Mental Health Services Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing mental health services and support to military families. The bill specifically focuses on addressing the mental health needs of military families, who often face unique challenges and stressors due to the nature of military service.

The key provisions of the bill include increasing access to mental health services for military families, improving coordination between military and civilian mental health providers, and expanding mental health education and outreach programs for military families. Additionally, the bill seeks to enhance mental health screening and assessment for military family members, as well as promote research on mental health issues affecting military families.

The bill emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health issues within military families, recognizing the significant impact that these issues can have on the well-being of service members and their loved ones. By providing increased access to mental health services and support, the bill aims to improve the overall mental health and resilience of military families, ultimately benefiting the military community as a whole. Overall, the Military Families Mental Health Services Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to prioritize the mental health needs of military families and ensure that they receive the care and support they deserve.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to waive cost-sharing under the TRICARE program for three mental health outpatient visits per year for certain beneficiaries, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security

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Recent Activity

Latest Action4/27/2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.