Women Veterans TRUST Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 5556 Women Veterans TRUST 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.

2/9/2022, 3:11 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 5556

Women Veterans Transitional Residence Utilizing Support and Treatment Act or the Women Veterans TRUST Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct a nationwide analysis of the need for women-specific VA programs that treat and rehabilitate women veterans with drug and alcohol dependency. Based on the findings of the analysis, the VA must implement a women-specific pilot program to treat and rehabilitate women veterans with drug and alcohol dependency.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5556

Bill HR 5556 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 8, 2020. Bill HR 5556 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on January 8, 2020. Bill HR 5556's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 7, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5556

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5556

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Congressional oversight

- Drug, alcohol, tobacco use

- Government studies and investigations

- Health facilities and institutions

- Performance measurement

- Veterans' medical care

- Women's health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5556

Women Veterans TRUST Act

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct an analysis of the need for women-specific programs that treat and rehabilitate women veterans with drug and alcohol dependency and to carry out a pilot program regarding such programs.

Women Veterans TRUST Act

Women Veterans Transitional Residence Utilizing Support and Treatment Act