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Solid Start Act of 2021
5/11/2023, 3:43 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2819
The Solid Start Act of 2021, also known as Bill 117 hr 2819, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of providing support to veterans transitioning to civilian life. The bill focuses on improving the transition process for veterans by establishing a pilot program that offers personalized assistance to help them find stable employment, housing, and other essential services.
Under the Solid Start Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) would be required to implement the pilot program in at least three regions across the country. The program would provide veterans with a dedicated case manager who would work closely with them to identify their individual needs and connect them with resources and support services in their community.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination between the VA and other federal agencies, as well as state and local organizations, to ensure that veterans receive comprehensive support during their transition. This includes assistance with accessing healthcare, mental health services, and educational opportunities. Overall, the Solid Start Act of 2021 seeks to address the challenges that many veterans face when transitioning to civilian life and provide them with the support they need to successfully reintegrate into society. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards improving the well-being of our nation's veterans.
Under the Solid Start Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) would be required to implement the pilot program in at least three regions across the country. The program would provide veterans with a dedicated case manager who would work closely with them to identify their individual needs and connect them with resources and support services in their community.
Additionally, the bill aims to improve coordination between the VA and other federal agencies, as well as state and local organizations, to ensure that veterans receive comprehensive support during their transition. This includes assistance with accessing healthcare, mental health services, and educational opportunities. Overall, the Solid Start Act of 2021 seeks to address the challenges that many veterans face when transitioning to civilian life and provide them with the support they need to successfully reintegrate into society. The bill has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards improving the well-being of our nation's veterans.
Congressional Summary of HR 2819
Solid Start Act of 2021
This bill permanently authorizes and expands the Solid Start program, which is an outreach program for veterans in their first year of separation from the military.
Specifically, the bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to coordinate with the Department of Defense to
- collect updated contact information during transition classes or separation counseling for members of the Armed Forces who are separating from service;
- explain the existence and purpose of the program;
- call veterans three times within the first year of separation;
- publish information about the program in booklets and on the VA website;
- provide women veterans with information tailored to their health care and benefit needs;
- provide information on access to state and local resources, such as Vet Centers;
- gather and analyze data that assesses the effectiveness of the program;
- ensure calls are tailored to each veteran's needs by conducting quality assurance tests; and
- prioritize outreach to veterans who have accessed mental health resources prior to separation from the Armed Forces.
Under the bill, the VA is authorized to (1) encourage members of the Armed Forces to provide additional contact information if they are unreachable following their separation, (2) follow up on missed phone calls, and (3) reach out to veterans who separated prior to the initiation of the Solid Start program.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2819
Bill HR 2819 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 22, 2021. Bill HR 2819 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 22, 2021. Bill HR 2819's most recent activity was Subcommittee Hearings Held. as of October 14, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2819
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2819
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2819
Solid Start Act of 2021
To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve and expand the Solid Start program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
Solid Start Act of 2021
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