To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a review of the deaths of certain veterans who died by suicide, and for other purposes.

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Explore the details of House Bill 6858 To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a review of the deaths of certain veterans who died by suicide, and for other purposes. currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/20/2025, 9:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6858

H.R. 6858, introduced in the 119th Congress on December 18, 2025, aims to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to review the suicides of specific veterans.

Congressional Summary of HR 6858

Veteran Suicide Prevention Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to complete a review of the deaths of all covered veterans who died by suicide during the five-year period preceding the enactment of this bill. Covered veterans are those who received VA hospital care or medical services during the five-year period preceding the death of the veteran.

The VA shall report on the results of the review and make such report publicly available.

Current Status of Bill HR 6858

Bill HR 6858 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 18, 2025. Bill HR 6858 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on December 18, 2025. Bill HR 6858's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of December 18, 2025