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To amend title 38, United States Code, to make permanent the pilot program on counseling in retreat settings for women veterans newly separated from service in the Armed Forces.

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Summary of Bill HR 1575

Bill 114 hr 1575, also known as the "Counseling for Women Veterans Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to make permanent a pilot program that provides counseling in retreat settings for women veterans who have recently separated from service in the Armed Forces. The program is designed to support and assist women veterans as they transition back to civilian life.

The bill recognizes the unique challenges that women veterans face upon leaving the military and seeks to provide them with the necessary resources and support to successfully reintegrate into society. By making this pilot program permanent, the legislation ensures that women veterans will have continued access to counseling services in retreat settings, which have been shown to be effective in helping them cope with the physical, emotional, and psychological challenges of transitioning out of the military.

The Counseling for Women Veterans Act is a bipartisan effort to support and honor the service of women veterans by providing them with the tools they need to thrive in their post-military lives. The bill has received widespread support from both Democrats and Republicans in Congress and is seen as a crucial step in addressing the unique needs of women veterans in the United States.

Current Status of Bill HR 1575

Bill HR 1575 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 24, 2015. Bill HR 1575 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on March 24, 2015.  Bill HR 1575's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 242. as of November 2, 2015

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1575

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1575

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

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