Bills · HR 2878
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 2878Veterans' medical careSex offenses
Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act
INTRO APR 10· LAST ACTION JAN 21
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because the transition from military to civilian life can be incredibly challenging, often leading to mental health struggles and, tragically, veteran suicide. Currently, many servicemembers might not be fully aware of the extent of mental health resources available or the specific challenges they might face upon leaving the service.
If this bill becomes law, it means that military personnel would receive a more thorough and proactive education on mental health and suicide prevention *before* they even leave. New veterans would also get direct help signing up for healthcare and learning about mental health options through the VA. If it doesn't become law, the existing programs would continue without these specific enhancements, potentially leaving gaps in critical support and information that could help save lives and improve the well-being of transitioning servicemembers and new veterans.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Department of Defense's Transition Assistance Program (TAP) to provide more detailed information on mental health issues.
This ensures transitioning servicemembers receive comprehensive education on mental health, suicide prevention, and available support systems.
PROVISION 02
Mandates TAP include information on specific mental health conditions, suicide risk factors, and substance abuse resources.
This provides critical, targeted knowledge to help servicemembers identify issues and seek appropriate treatment for common post-service challenges.
PROVISION 03
Directs the Department of Veterans Affairs' Solid Start Program to assist new veterans with VA healthcare enrollment.
This provision helps new veterans overcome barriers to accessing essential healthcare services immediately after leaving service.
PROVISION 04
Requires Solid Start to educate new veterans about mental health and counseling services available through the Veterans Health Administration.
This ensures new veterans are directly informed about crucial mental health support options when they are most vulnerable.
PROVISION 05
Mandates a joint report from the DoD and VA on the new mental health information and materials developed.
This provides accountability and transparency regarding the implementation of the bill's mental health provisions.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 23
R· Iowa
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
61
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 35%
DEM 19 REP 4 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
4 EVENTSJAN 21
Referred to the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity.
JAN 21
Subcommittee Hearings Held
APR 10
Introduced in House
APR 10
Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 2878
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedApr 10, 2025
Last actionJan 21, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025
House BillHR 2878Veterans' medical careSex offenses
Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act
INTRODUCED APR 10, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 21, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
3 min
COSPONSORS
23
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