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To amend titles 36 and 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out actions for certain surviving family members of veterans deceased as the result of suicide, and for other purposes.
1/9/2024, 5:30 PM
Summary of Bill HR 5036
Bill 117 hr 5036, also known as the "Veterans Survivor Benefit Improvement Act," aims to make changes to titles 36 and 38 of the United States Code in order to provide support for surviving family members of veterans who have died by suicide. The bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to take specific actions to assist these individuals.
One key provision of the bill is to expand eligibility for certain benefits to surviving family members of veterans who have died as a result of suicide. This includes providing access to mental health services and counseling for these individuals, as well as financial assistance to help cover funeral expenses and other costs associated with the veteran's death.
Additionally, the bill seeks to improve coordination between the Department of Veterans Affairs and other agencies to ensure that surviving family members receive the support and resources they need. This includes establishing a task force to identify and address gaps in services for these individuals, as well as developing a comprehensive plan to better meet their needs. Overall, the goal of Bill 117 hr 5036 is to provide greater support and assistance to surviving family members of veterans who have died by suicide, recognizing the unique challenges they face and ensuring they have access to the resources necessary to cope with their loss.
One key provision of the bill is to expand eligibility for certain benefits to surviving family members of veterans who have died as a result of suicide. This includes providing access to mental health services and counseling for these individuals, as well as financial assistance to help cover funeral expenses and other costs associated with the veteran's death.
Additionally, the bill seeks to improve coordination between the Department of Veterans Affairs and other agencies to ensure that surviving family members receive the support and resources they need. This includes establishing a task force to identify and address gaps in services for these individuals, as well as developing a comprehensive plan to better meet their needs. Overall, the goal of Bill 117 hr 5036 is to provide greater support and assistance to surviving family members of veterans who have died by suicide, recognizing the unique challenges they face and ensuring they have access to the resources necessary to cope with their loss.
Congressional Summary of HR 5036
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to carry out specified actions for the next of kin of veterans who died of suicide on or after September 11, 2001, such as providing free counseling to the next of kin and volunteer caregivers.
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Current Status of Bill HR 5036
Bill HR 5036 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since August 13, 2021. Bill HR 5036 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on August 13, 2021. Bill HR 5036's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5036
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 5036
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Digital media
- Family relationships
- Family services
- Mental health
- Veterans' organizations and recognition
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5036
To amend titles 36 and 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out actions for certain surviving family members of veterans deceased as the result of suicide, and for other purposes.
To amend titles 36 and 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out actions for certain surviving family members of veterans deceased as the result of suicide, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 5036
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