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To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to increase the number of peer-to-peer counselors providing counseling for women veterans, and for other purposes.
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Summary of Bill HR 4635
Bill 115 hr 4635, also known as the "Women Veterans Peer Counseling Enhancement Act," aims to address the mental health needs of women veterans by increasing the number of peer-to-peer counselors available to provide counseling services. The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to take steps to expand the availability of peer counseling specifically tailored to the unique experiences and challenges faced by women veterans.
The bill recognizes the importance of peer counseling in providing support and understanding to women veterans who may be hesitant to seek traditional mental health services. By increasing the number of peer counselors, the bill seeks to ensure that women veterans have access to the resources and support they need to address mental health issues such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
In addition to expanding the availability of peer counseling, the bill also includes provisions for training and certification of peer counselors to ensure that they are equipped to provide effective and appropriate support to women veterans. The bill emphasizes the importance of cultural competency and sensitivity in providing counseling services to women veterans. Overall, the Women Veterans Peer Counseling Enhancement Act aims to improve the mental health outcomes of women veterans by increasing access to peer counseling services that are tailored to their unique needs and experiences. By recognizing the importance of peer support in addressing mental health issues, the bill seeks to ensure that women veterans receive the care and support they deserve.
The bill recognizes the importance of peer counseling in providing support and understanding to women veterans who may be hesitant to seek traditional mental health services. By increasing the number of peer counselors, the bill seeks to ensure that women veterans have access to the resources and support they need to address mental health issues such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
In addition to expanding the availability of peer counseling, the bill also includes provisions for training and certification of peer counselors to ensure that they are equipped to provide effective and appropriate support to women veterans. The bill emphasizes the importance of cultural competency and sensitivity in providing counseling services to women veterans. Overall, the Women Veterans Peer Counseling Enhancement Act aims to improve the mental health outcomes of women veterans by increasing access to peer counseling services that are tailored to their unique needs and experiences. By recognizing the importance of peer support in addressing mental health issues, the bill seeks to ensure that women veterans receive the care and support they deserve.
Current Status of Bill HR 4635
Bill HR 4635 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 13, 2017. Bill HR 4635 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the House on December 13, 2017. Bill HR 4635's most recent activity was Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of June 14, 2018
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4635
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4635
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4635
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