An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in State Veterans' Commission and Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans' Affairs, further providing for accreditation.
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- Passed House
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Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania law to establish a training program for county directors of veterans affairs. The program will focus on providing comprehensive training to these directors on various topics related to veteran care, including trauma-informed care, military sexual trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder. The goal is to improve the quality of services provided to veterans at the county level.
Key provisions
- Establishes a county director of veterans affairs training program.
- Requires the training program to be agreed upon with the State Association of County Directors of Veterans Affairs.
- Includes training on trauma-informed care.
- Specifically lists topics for training, including military sexual trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder.
Who is affected
- County Directors of Veterans Affairs
- Veterans in Pennsylvania
- State Veterans' Commission
- Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans' Affairs
Notable changes
- Introduces a formalized training program for county veterans affairs directors.
- Adds specific training topics related to trauma and mental health.
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