Brandon Act Training and Protocol Act
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
This bill requires the Department of Defense to create a strategic plan focused on reducing suicide rates and improving mental health services for members of the Armed Forces. The plan must establish consistent protocols for seeking mental health evaluations and ensure widespread awareness of these referral processes. It also mandates standardized training for commanders, leaders, and medical personnel to recognize and respond to mental health concerns among service members.
Key provisions
- Develop a strategic plan to address suicide and mental health services.
- Establish uniform protocols for self-initiated mental health referrals.
- Ensure widespread awareness of referral processes through workplace materials.
- Mandate standardized mental health training for key personnel.
- Require a certification process for training completion.
- Outline procedures for responding to member referrals.
- Specify training content including recognizing signs of distress.
Who is affected
- Members of the Armed Forces
- Department of Defense
- Military Departments
- Defense Health Agency
- Commanders and Senior Enlisted Leaders
Notable changes
- Requires a strategic plan specifically addressing suicide prevention.
- Mandates uniform protocols for mental health referrals, streamlining the process.
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