HR 9924
What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act
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This bill, the What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act, aims to improve the effectiveness of grants and pilot programs run by the Department of Veterans Affairs for suicide prevention and mental health services. It requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to create and enforce specific standards for these programs, focusing on clear goals, thorough evaluation methods, and consistent communication with relevant stakeholders. The bill also mandates the VA to develop and implement regulations within 180 days of the bill’s passage to ensure these standards are consistently applied.
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