Veterans Mental Health and Addiction Therapy Quality of Care Act

Hozzl · 2025-04-25T08:05:41Z

Explore the details of House Bill 2426 Veterans Mental Health and Addiction Therapy Quality of Care Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/25/2025, 8:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2426

Bill 119 hr 2426, also known as the "Veterans Mental Health and Addiction Care Quality Study Act," aims to investigate the quality of care provided to veterans for mental health and addiction therapy by healthcare providers within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) compared to non-Department providers. The bill seeks to understand any differences in the effectiveness and outcomes of care between these two types of providers.

The study mandated by this bill will analyze various aspects of care, including the availability of services, the qualifications and training of providers, the types of treatments offered, and the overall satisfaction of veterans receiving care. The goal is to identify any disparities in the quality of care between VA and non-VA providers and to make recommendations for improving the delivery of mental health and addiction therapy services to veterans.

In addition to the study, the bill also includes provisions for reporting the findings to Congress and the VA, as well as for ensuring that the study is conducted in a timely and efficient manner. The ultimate purpose of this legislation is to ensure that veterans receive the highest quality of care for mental health and addiction issues, regardless of whether they seek treatment within the VA system or from non-Department providers. Overall, the Veterans Mental Health and Addiction Care Quality Study Act is a bipartisan effort to improve the quality of care for veterans struggling with mental health and addiction issues and to ensure that they receive the best possible treatment and support.

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Current Status of Bill HR 2426

Bill HR 2426 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2426 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2426's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of March 27, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2426

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Congressional oversightDrug, alcohol, tobacco useGovernment studies and investigationsHealth care qualityMental healthVeterans' medical care

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2426

Veterans Mental Health and Addiction Therapy Quality of Care ActVeterans Mental Health and Addiction Therapy Quality of Care ActTo require a study on the quality of care difference between mental health and addiction therapy care provided by health care providers of the Department of Veterans Affairs compared to non-Department providers, and for other purposes.

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