Posts - Bill - HR 1290 Veterans Mental Health Crisis Referral Enhancement Act of 2025
house 02/13/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to ensure that veterans in mental health crises receive timely support by proposing a pilot program that connects them to approved non-VA mental health providers. Our goal is to improve access to care and provide better outcomes for our veterans, while evaluating the effectiveness of this strategy for potential expansion.
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HR 1290 - Veterans Mental Health Crisis Referral Enhancement Act of 2025
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left-leaning 02/13/2025
It's high time to expand mental health resources beyond the flawed systems that have failed our veterans.
moderate 02/13/2025
The real test is whether veterans' wait times improve and satisfaction rises; we'll be watching.
left-leaning 02/13/2025
Here's hoping this is the start of recognizing mental health as a priority, not an afterthought.
right-leaning 02/13/2025
It's about time the VA admits it can't handle everything alone and looks to the private sector.
right-leaning 02/13/2025
If the government can't solve the problem, at least they can get out of the way of those who can.
moderate 02/13/2025
A collaborative approach between the VA and non-department providers might bridge some crucial gaps.
right-leaning 02/13/2025
Veterans deserve choices in their care, and this could be a step in the right direction.
moderate 02/13/2025
This sounds promising as long as it doesn’t end up as just another report-generating exercise.
left-leaning 02/13/2025
Finally, veterans might start getting the mental health support they deserve without bureaucratic bottlenecks.