HOPE for Heroes Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-04-10T01:53:19Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1139 HOPE for Heroes Act of 2025 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/10/2025, 1:53 AM

Summary of Bill S 1139

Bill 119 s 1139, also known as the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act of 2019, aims to amend and reauthorize the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill seeks to make modifications to the existing program in order to enhance its effectiveness in preventing suicide among veterans.

The Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program was originally established to provide grants to organizations that offer suicide prevention services to veterans. This bill proposes changes to the program to ensure that it continues to address the mental health needs of veterans and reduce the alarming rate of suicide within this population.

In addition to modifying the grant program, Bill 119 s 1139 also includes provisions for other purposes related to veterans' mental health care. The bill aims to improve access to mental health services for veterans, enhance coordination between the Department of Veterans Affairs and community organizations, and strengthen support for veterans who may be at risk of suicide. Overall, this legislation is focused on addressing the mental health challenges faced by veterans and providing them with the support and resources they need to prevent suicide. By reauthorizing and modifying the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program, the bill aims to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of our nation's veterans.

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Current Status of Bill S 1139

Bill S 1139 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 26, 2025. Bill S 1139 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 26, 2025. Bill S 1139's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of March 26, 2025

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A bill to amend the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act of 2019 to modify and reauthorize the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.A bill to amend the Commander John Scott Hannon Veterans Mental Health Care Improvement Act of 2019 to modify and reauthorize the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 1139

Jerry Moran

Kansas(Republican)

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