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Introduced
06/25/2020
06/25/2020
In Committee
06/25/2020
06/25/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
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)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/7368/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr7368/BILLS-116hr7368ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr7368/BILLS-116hr7368ih.pdf.pdf |
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