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VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2025

1/9/2026, 7:28 PM

Summary of Bill HR 6454

The VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2025, introduced in the 119th Congress as H.R. 6454 on December 4, 2025, aims to establish a program within the Department of Veterans Affairs to prevent veteran suicides. Specific provisions and directives outlined in the bill include the implementation of a demonstration project focused on minimizing suicide rates among veterans and enhancing mental health support services for this population. Further details and actions proposed in the bill can be accessed through the provided links to the official PDF version and the congressional bill webpage.

Congressional Summary of HR 6454

VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2025

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish the Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program for the purpose of improving safety and suicide care for veterans. The program must be implemented at five VA medical centers, including one that serves veterans in rural and remote areas.

Current Status of Bill HR 6454

Bill HR 6454 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 4, 2025. Bill HR 6454 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on December 4, 2025.  Bill HR 6454's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of January 5, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6454

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
13
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
7
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6454

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6454

To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish the Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program of the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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