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Us Congress House Bill HB10386

Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB10386

Caption

To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the Solid Start program of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

Impact

The proposed changes in HB10386 could significantly enhance the existing framework of support for soldiers transitioning to civilian life. By prioritizing contact with transitioning veterans between 120 to 210 days before separation, the bill emphasizes timely information dissemination regarding benefits. The amendments include making calls to each transitioning member to inform them about available resources, thereby promoting awareness about disability compensation claims and suicide prevention protocols. This bill seeks to ensure that transitioning service members are adequately supported, potentially reducing the risks associated with veterans' mental health struggles.

Summary

House Bill 10386, also known as the Veterans Transition Support Act of 2024, aims to enhance the Solid Start program within the Department of Veterans Affairs. The bill focuses on the outreach efforts for transitioning members of the Armed Forces as they prepare to move into civilian life. Key amendments aim to improve coordination between the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense, as well as streamline communication with veterans to ensure they are aware of available benefits and resources. This initiative is part of a broader effort to support veterans during their transition and reduce potential mental health issues they may face during this time.

Contention

Although the bill has garnered support for addressing the vital needs of transitioning service members, there may be some contention surrounding funding and resource allocation necessary for effective implementation. Some critics may argue about whether existing programs are sufficient and if additional measures could burden the system. Furthermore, the reliance on proactive outreach could create challenges in effectively reaching and assisting every transitioning service member, raising questions about the efficacy of this approach in comprehensive veteran support.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB10396

To amend title 38, United States Code, to ensure that the Secretary of Veterans Affairs furnishes certain non-opioid pain medications to veterans, and for other purposes.

US HB10369

To improve the emergency management capabilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

US SB5545

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to make certain improvements to laws relating to the payment of certain benefits administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs that are affected by death, and for other purposes.

US HB10500

To amend title 11, United States Code, to add a bankruptcy chapter relating to the debt of individuals, and for other purposes.

US HB10430

To amend title 38, United States Code, to require the Department of Veterans Affairs to furnish hospital care and medical services outside a State to veterans with service-connected disabilities rated as permanent and total, and for other purposes.

US SB5520

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to improve the provision of military housing to members of the Armed Forces and their families through private entities, and for other purposes.

US HB10381

To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize a joint scholarship program under which the Secretary of Veterans Affairs pays for medical education of an officer of the commissioned corps of the Public Health Service at the Uniformed Services University in return for a period of obligated service by such officer at a medical facility of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

US HB874

To amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the rate of pay for care or services provided under the Community Care Program of the Department of Veterans Affairs based on the location at which such care or services were provided, and for other purposes.

US SB291

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to establish in the Department of Veterans Affairs the Veterans Economic Opportunity and Transition Administration, and for other purposes.

US SB5577

A bill to amend title 11, United States Code, to add a bankruptcy chapter relating to the debt of individuals, and for other purposes.

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