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United States-Israel PTSD Collaborative Research Act

12/15/2023, 4:07 PM

Summary of Bill S 1143

Bill 118 s 1143, also known as the United States-Israel PTSD Collaborative Research Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to establish a collaborative research program between the United States and Israel to study and develop innovative treatments for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

The bill aims to bring together experts from both countries to share knowledge and resources in order to advance the understanding of PTSD and improve the quality of care for individuals suffering from this condition. By fostering collaboration between the two nations, the bill seeks to enhance the effectiveness of PTSD treatments and ultimately improve the lives of those affected by this debilitating mental health disorder.

If passed, the United States-Israel PTSD Collaborative Research Act would allocate funding for research projects, training programs, and other initiatives aimed at addressing PTSD. The bill emphasizes the importance of leveraging the expertise and resources of both countries to make meaningful advancements in the field of PTSD research. Overall, the United States-Israel PTSD Collaborative Research Act represents a bipartisan effort to support research and innovation in the treatment of PTSD, with the ultimate goal of improving outcomes for individuals struggling with this condition.

Congressional Summary of S 1143

United States-Israel PTSD Collaborative Research Act

This bill establishes a grant program for collaborative efforts between the United States and Israel to advance research on post-traumatic stress disorders.

The Department of Defense, in coordination with the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of State, shall award grants to eligible academic institutions or nonprofit entities in the United States.

Work shall be conducted by the eligible entity and an entity in Israel under a joint research agreement.

Current Status of Bill S 1143

Bill S 1143 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 30, 2023. Bill S 1143 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 30, 2023.  Bill S 1143's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. as of March 30, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1143

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
18
Democrat Cosponsors
14
Republican Cosponsors
4
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1143

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1143

United States-Israel PTSD Collaborative Research Act
United States-Israel PTSD Collaborative Research Act
A bill to direct the Secretary of Defense to carry out a grant program to increase cooperation on post-traumatic stress disorder research between the United States and Israel.

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