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Introduced
09/04/2020
09/04/2020
In Committee
09/04/2020
09/04/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
Requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study on the connection between living at high altitude and the risk of developing depression or dying by suicide among veterans. Depending on the results, a follow-up study may be required to identify biological causes and effective treatments.
AI Summary
This bill, the VA High Altitude and Suicide Research Act, directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct a study on the connection between living at high altitude and the risk of developing depression or dying by suicide among veterans. If the initial study finds that high altitude is a risk factor, the VA will then conduct a follow-up study to identify the biological mechanisms and effective treatments. The bill requires the VA to report the results of both studies to the Senate and House Committees on Veterans' Affairs.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (on 09/04/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/8173/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr8173/BILLS-116hr8173ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr8173/BILLS-116hr8173ih.pdf.pdf |
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