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To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate a week as "Battle Buddy Check Week" for the purpose of outreach and education concerning peer wellness checks for veterans, and for other purposes.

1/26/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 236

Bill 118 hr 236, also known as the "Battle Buddy Check Week" bill, aims to address the mental health and well-being of veterans by directing the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate a specific week as "Battle Buddy Check Week." During this designated week, the goal is to promote outreach and education about the importance of peer wellness checks for veterans.

The bill emphasizes the significance of veterans looking out for one another and checking in on their fellow veterans to ensure their well-being. By encouraging peer wellness checks, the hope is to prevent isolation, depression, and other mental health issues that veterans may face.

In addition to promoting peer wellness checks, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to supporting the mental health and overall wellness of veterans. This may include resources, programs, or initiatives aimed at providing support and assistance to veterans in need. Overall, Bill 118 hr 236 seeks to raise awareness about the importance of peer wellness checks for veterans and to encourage a culture of support and camaraderie among veterans. By designating a specific week for this purpose, the bill aims to highlight the significance of looking out for one another and promoting mental health and well-being within the veteran community.

Congressional Summary of HR 236

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to designate one week per year as Battle Buddy Check Week for the purposes of organizing outreach events and educating veterans on how to conduct peer wellness checks. The VA shall ensure that the Veterans Crisis Line has a plan for handling the potential increase in calls that may occur during such week.

Current Status of Bill HR 236

Bill HR 236 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 10, 2023. Bill HR 236 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 10, 2023.  Bill HR 236's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of February 8, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 236

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
14
Democrat Cosponsors
12
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 236

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Commemorative events and holidays
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Government information and archives
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Mental health
- Social work, volunteer service, charitable organizations
- Telephone and wireless communication
- Veterans' medical care

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 236

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate a week as "Battle Buddy Check Week" for the purpose of outreach and education concerning peer wellness checks for veterans, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to designate a week as "Battle Buddy Check Week" for the purpose of outreach and education concerning peer wellness checks for veterans, and for other purposes.

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