Servicemembers and Veterans Empowerment and Support Act of 2025

4/11/2025, 2:53 AM

Summary of Bill S 1245

Bill 119 s 1245, also known as the Military Sexual Trauma and Health Care Enhancement Act, aims to make important changes to the way the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides health care and benefits to veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma (MST).

The bill proposes to expand the coverage and availability of health care services for veterans who have experienced MST, including mental health care, counseling, and treatment for physical injuries resulting from MST. It also seeks to improve the training and education of VA health care providers to better understand and address the unique needs of veterans who have experienced MST.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance the benefits available to veterans who have experienced MST, such as increasing access to disability compensation and other forms of financial assistance. It also aims to streamline the process for veterans to access these benefits and services, making it easier for them to receive the support they need. Overall, Bill 119 s 1245 is focused on improving the care and support available to veterans who have experienced MST, recognizing the unique challenges they face and ensuring they receive the help they deserve.

Current Status of Bill S 1245

Bill S 1245 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 1, 2025. Bill S 1245 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on April 1, 2025.  Bill S 1245's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of April 1, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1245

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
7
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1245

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1245

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to expand health care and benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs for military sexual trauma, and for other purposes.A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to expand health care and benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs for military sexual trauma, and for other purposes.
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