SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act of 2025

Hozzl · 2025-03-20T17:29:08Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 668 SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act of 2025 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.

3/20/2025, 5:29 PM

Summary of Bill S 668

Bill 119 s 668, also known as the Falls Prevention Act, aims to make changes to title 38 of the United States Code in order to create the Office of Falls Prevention within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The primary goal of this office is to develop and implement strategies to prevent falls among veterans who receive care from the VA.

The bill outlines the responsibilities of the Office of Falls Prevention, which include conducting research on falls prevention, developing best practices for healthcare providers, and providing education and training to VA staff and veterans. Additionally, the office will be tasked with collecting data on falls among veterans and evaluating the effectiveness of falls prevention programs.

In addition to establishing the Office of Falls Prevention, the bill also includes provisions for improving coordination between the VA and other federal agencies, as well as increasing collaboration with community organizations and healthcare providers. The ultimate goal of these efforts is to reduce the number of falls among veterans and improve their overall health and well-being. Overall, Bill 119 s 668 represents a bipartisan effort to address an important issue affecting veterans and improve the quality of care provided by the VA. By establishing the Office of Falls Prevention and implementing evidence-based strategies, this legislation has the potential to make a significant impact on the health and safety of veterans across the country.

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Current Status of Bill S 668

Bill S 668 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 20, 2025. Bill S 668 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 20, 2025. Bill S 668's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of February 20, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 668

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 668

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 668

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to establish the Office of Falls Prevention of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to establish the Office of Falls Prevention of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

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