Protecting Veterans in Crisis Act

Hozzl · 2025-06-03T19:27:35Z

Explore the details of Senate Bill 1655 Protecting Veterans in Crisis Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

6/3/2025, 7:27 PM

Summary of Bill S 1655

This bill, known as S. 1655, falls under the 119th Congress and was introduced on May 7, 2025. Its purpose is to expand congressional oversight of the Veterans Crisis Line operated by the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill aims to enhance workforce protections for all personnel working at the Veterans Crisis Line, establish robust performance standards aligning with the mission of the line, and address the demand from callers.

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Current Status of Bill S 1655

Bill S 1655 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 7, 2025. Bill S 1655 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on May 7, 2025. Bill S 1655's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of May 7, 2025

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1655

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Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1655

A bill to expand congressional oversight of the operation of the Veterans Crisis Line of the Department of Veterans Affairs, to improve workforce protections for all Veterans Crisis Line personnel, and to ensure robust performance standards that fulfill the Veterans Crisis Line mission and meet caller demand, and for other purposes.