PAWS for Veterans Therapy Act

Hozzl · 2023-05-11T15:43:11Z

Explore the details of House Bill 1448 PAWS for Veterans Therapy 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.

5/11/2023, 3:43 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1448

Bill 117 HR 1448, also known as the PAWS for Veterans Therapy Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide funding for the training of service dogs to be used in therapy for veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health issues.

The bill outlines that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will establish a program to provide grants to nonprofit organizations that train service dogs for veterans. These service dogs will be trained to provide emotional support, companionship, and assistance with daily tasks to veterans in need.

The PAWS for Veterans Therapy Act emphasizes the importance of the human-animal bond in improving the mental health and well-being of veterans. Research has shown that therapy dogs can help reduce symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, and depression in veterans, and this bill aims to make these benefits more accessible to those who have served our country. Overall, the PAWS for Veterans Therapy Act seeks to support the mental health of veterans by providing them with access to trained service dogs. By funding the training of these dogs, the bill aims to improve the quality of life for veterans struggling with mental health issues and promote their overall well-being.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1448

Bill HR 1448 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 1, 2021. Bill HR 1448 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on March 1, 2021. Bill HR 1448's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 117-37. as of August 25, 2021

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1448

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Armed Forces and National Security

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Animal protection and human-animal relationshipsCongressional oversightDisability assistanceGovernment information and archivesGovernment studies and investigationsHealth programs administration and fundingMammalsMental healthNeurological disordersService animalsVeterans' education, employment, rehabilitationVeterans' medical care

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