COVER Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 271 COVER Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:29 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 271

Creating Options for Veterans Expedited Recovery Act or the COVER Act

Establishes the Veterans Expedited Recovery Commission to examine the evidence-based therapy treatment model used by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for treating mental health conditions of veterans and the potential benefits of incorporating complementary alternative treatments available in non-VA facilities and study the potential increase in claims relating to mental health issues submitted by veterans who served in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, or Operation New Dawn.

Directs the VA, upon a report by the Commission, to submit: (1) an action plan for implementing recommendations and a time frame for implementing complementary alternative treatments, or (2) a justification for any determination that a recommendation is not appropriate and an alternative solution to improve the efficacy of the therapy model.

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Current Status of Bill HR 271

Bill HR 271 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 12, 2015. Bill HR 271 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on January 12, 2015. Bill HR 271's most recent activity was Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote . as of May 15, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 271

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 271

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Advisory bodies

- Afghanistan

- Alternative treatments

- Asia

- Conflicts and wars

- Congressional oversight

- Disability assistance

- Drug therapy

- Government studies and investigations

- Health care coverage and access

- Health care quality

- Iraq

- Mental health

- Middle East

- Prescription drugs

- Veterans' medical care

- Veterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 271

COVER Act

To establish a commission to examine the evidence-based therapy treatment model used by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for treating mental illnesses of veterans and the potential benefits of incorporating complementary alternative treatments available in non-Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities within the community.

COVER Act

Creating Options for Veterans Expedited Recovery Act