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US HR7368

US HR7368
Brandon Act


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Introduced
06/25/2020
In Committee
06/25/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend title 10, United States Code, to improve the process by which a member of the Armed Forces may be referred for a mental health evaluation. 1

AI Summary

This bill, titled the Brandon Act, aims to amend Title 10 of the United States Code to improve the process by which a member of the Armed Forces may be referred for a mental health evaluation. The key provisions of the bill include: 1) Establishing a specific phrase that a service member can use to trigger a referral by their commanding officer or supervisor for a mental health evaluation, 2) Requiring the commanding officer or supervisor to make the referral as soon as possible after the member discloses the established phrase, and 3) Ensuring the confidentiality of the member during this process, similar to the confidentiality provided for restricted reports under existing law.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H3045-3046) (on 07/01/2020)

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