HR 9525
SAVES Act
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Bill overview
The Service Dogs Assisting Veterans Act (SAVES Act) aims to improve access to service dogs for eligible veterans. It directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish a pilot program that awards grants to nonprofit organizations to provide these dogs. The bill outlines specific requirements for grant applications, including details on training, marketing, and animal welfare standards, and establishes procedures for veterans with mental health conditions to receive service dogs. It also mandates veterinary insurance for service dogs and provides for oversight of the program’s funding and implementation.
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Dean Phillips
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