HR 8140
Service act of 2024
Service Act of 2024
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Bill overview
This bill authorizes the Attorney General to provide grants to states, local governments, and tribal governments to establish and operate veterans response teams within law enforcement agencies. These teams would focus on supporting veterans in crisis, including providing mental health training for officers, establishing communication with veteran resource agencies, and coordinating responses to veteran-related incidents. The program is a pilot initiative with a five-year timeframe and requires reporting to Congress on its progress.
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Abigail Davis Spanberger
Brad R. Wenstrup
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