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No Veteran Falls Through the Cracks Act

12/30/2022, 7:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 5789

Bill 117 hr 5789, also known as the No Veteran Falls Through the Cracks Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving the quality of care and support provided to veterans. The bill seeks to address the issue of veterans slipping through the cracks of the healthcare system by implementing several key provisions.

One of the main provisions of the bill is the establishment of a comprehensive database that will track the healthcare and benefits received by veterans. This database will help ensure that veterans are receiving the care and support they need and deserve, and will also help identify any gaps in the system that need to be addressed.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve coordination between the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and other healthcare providers, such as community health centers and private hospitals. This will help ensure that veterans are able to access the care they need in a timely and efficient manner. The bill also includes measures to improve mental health services for veterans, including increasing access to counseling and therapy services. This is particularly important given the high rates of mental health issues among veterans, including PTSD and depression. Overall, the No Veteran Falls Through the Cracks Act aims to improve the quality of care and support provided to veterans by addressing gaps in the healthcare system and improving coordination between different healthcare providers. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a positive step towards ensuring that veterans receive the care and support they need and deserve.

Congressional Summary of HR 5789

No Veteran Falls Through the Cracks Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to attempt to reschedule a veteran's mental health care appointment if the veteran has canceled such an appointment.

Current Status of Bill HR 5789

Bill HR 5789 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 28, 2021. Bill HR 5789 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on October 28, 2021.  Bill HR 5789's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of December 7, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5789

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5789

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5789

No Veteran Falls Through the Cracks Act
No Veteran Falls Through the Cracks Act
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to improve the ability of veterans to make appointments for mental health care furnished by the Secretary.

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