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Introduced
07/28/2020
07/28/2020
In Committee
07/28/2020
07/28/2020
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, known as 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 can be referred for a mental health evaluation. The key provisions include establishing a specific phrase that a service member can use to trigger a referral by their commanding officer or supervisor, requiring the referral to be made as soon as possible after the member discloses the phrase, and ensuring confidentiality protections similar to those in place for restricted reports on sexual assault. These changes are intended to streamline and safeguard the mental health evaluation process for members of the Armed Forces.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (on 07/28/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/4334/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s4334/BILLS-116s4334is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s4334/BILLS-116s4334is.pdf.pdf |
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