To amend title 38, United States Code, to codify the National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report and to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to study the effects of the Chaplain Service of the Department on the risk of suicide among veterans.
Bill Summary
Requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to study how the Chaplain Service affects veteran suicide risk and makes the National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report a permanent part of the law. Directs the Secretary to submit this annual report to Congress.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 18, 2026
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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, particularly those at risk of suicide, by examining the impact of the Chaplain Service on their mental health. It also impacts the Department of Veterans Affairs, which must conduct the study and submit annual reports to Congress.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
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