Servicemembers and Veterans Empowerment and Support Act of 2025

Bill 119 HR 2576, also known as the Military Sexual Trauma and Health Care Enhancement Act, aims to improve the health care and benefits provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma (MST).

The bill proposes several key provisions to expand access to care for veterans who have experienced MST, including increasing the availability of mental health services, improving training for VA providers on how to address the unique needs of MST survivors, and enhancing outreach efforts to ensure that veterans are aware of the services available to them.

Additionally, the bill seeks to streamline the process for veterans to access benefits related to MST, such as disability compensation and treatment for physical and mental health conditions resulting from their experiences. It also includes provisions to improve data collection and reporting on MST within the VA, in order to better understand the scope of the issue and ensure that resources are allocated effectively. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2576 represents a bipartisan effort to address the specific challenges faced by veterans who have experienced MST, and to ensure that they receive the care and support they need to heal and thrive after their service to our country.