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BillHR 3863 · 119

VA Mental Health Outreach and Engagement Act

Introduced
Jun 10, 2025
Cosponsors
4
Traction
0
Last Action
May 4, 2026

Bill Summary

Expands mental health services for veterans by requiring the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to outreach and engage with them. Funds community-based programs to support veteran mental health.

Sponsored By

Nikki Budzinski
Democrat · Illinois · House

Bill Journey

  1. Jun 10, 2025
  4. May 4, 2026You Are Here

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects veterans, particularly those who may not be currently receiving mental health services, by increasing their access to support and resources. It also impacts community-based organizations that provide mental health services to veterans, as they may receive funding to expand their programs.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
5backers
  • Democratic3
  • Republican2
Cross-party cosponsors2 · 50%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (4)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedJun 10, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
Latest ActionPlaced on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 550.
Subjects
  • Military
  • Health

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.