To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to update directives of the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding the management of acute sexual assault, and for other purposes.
Bill Summary
Updates the Department of Veterans Affairs' rules for handling sexual assault cases. Requires the Department to revise its management procedures for acute sexual assault.
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Bill Journey
- Sep 8, 2025
- May 20, 2026You Are Here
The bill was sent to committee, where members study it, hold hearings, and decide whether to advance it.
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The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects veterans who have experienced sexual assault, by potentially changing how the Department of Veterans Affairs handles their cases. It may also impact Department of Veterans Affairs staff who manage these cases.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
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Bill Details
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