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BillHR 7735 · 119

Improving Mental Health Support for Servicemembers and Veterans Act

Introduced
Feb 26, 2026
Cosponsors
7
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 30, 2026

Bill Summary

Expands mental health support services for military members and veterans. Requires the development of new programs to improve mental health care for these groups.

Sponsored By

Jared F. Golden
Democrat · Maine · House

Bill Journey

  1. Feb 26, 2026
  3. Mar 30, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    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 current and former military servicemembers, providing them with increased access to mental health resources and support. It also impacts the families of these individuals, who may benefit from improved mental health outcomes for their loved ones.

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
7backers
  • Democratic2
  • Republican5
Cross-party cosponsors5 · 83%

Documents

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Cosponsors (7)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeCommittee on Health
IntroducedFeb 26, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 30, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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.