Bill 119 hr 2229, also known as the "Improving Veterans' Access to Mental Health Care Act," aims to address the challenges that veterans face in accessing mental health care services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to take steps to improve veterans' ability to schedule appointments for mental health care.
Specifically, the bill requires the Secretary to implement measures to streamline the appointment scheduling process for mental health care services. This includes ensuring that veterans have timely access to mental health care appointments and reducing any barriers that may prevent them from receiving the care they need.
Additionally, the bill calls for the Secretary to develop and implement a plan to increase awareness among veterans about the mental health care services available to them through the VA. This includes providing information about the types of mental health care services offered, how to schedule appointments, and any other resources that may be available to support veterans in need of mental health care.
Overall, the "Improving Veterans' Access to Mental Health Care Act" seeks to improve the accessibility and quality of mental health care services for veterans by addressing barriers to care and increasing awareness about available resources.