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HR136FEDERALin_committee

Veteran Overmedication and Suicide Prevention Act of 2025

February 3, 2025

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Where This Stands

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Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.Feb 3, 2025
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The Frame

What this does

The bill proposes changes to how the Department of Veterans Affairs manages medication prescriptions and mental health services for veterans, which could alter the standard of care for millions of service members.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Veterans

The bill proposes changes to medication management and mental health services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Department of Veterans Affairs

The agency would be responsible for implementing any new medication or suicide prevention protocols mandated by the bill.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This proposed federal bill aims to address the prescription of medications to veterans and implement new strategies for suicide prevention. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process.

Why It Matters

The bill proposes changes to how the Department of Veterans Affairs manages medication prescriptions and mental health services for veterans, which could alter the standard of care for millions of service members.

Key Facts

  • The bill is officially designated as HR.
  • The bill has been referred to the Subcommittee on Health for initial review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Has this bill become law?
No, the bill is currently in the early legislative stage of being referred to a subcommittee.
What is the primary goal of this bill?
The bill focuses on addressing veteran overmedication and improving suicide prevention efforts.

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