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US HR3267
US HR3267COMFORT Act Comforting Our Military Families through On-base or Remote Treatment Act
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Introduced
05/11/2023
05/11/2023
In Committee
05/11/2023
05/11/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To authorize the provision of non-medical counseling services to a member of the Armed Forces, or a dependent of such member, by a mental health professional, without regard to the location of the provider or recipient of such services.
AI Summary
This bill, the Comforting Our Military Families through On-base or Remote Treatment Act (COMFORT Act), authorizes mental health professionals to provide non-medical counseling services to members of the Armed Forces or their dependents, regardless of the location of the provider or recipient of the services. The bill specifies that the mental health professionals must be licensed or certified, recognized by the Department of Defense, and performing authorized duties for the Department. This allows these counseling services to be provided remotely or on-base, expanding access to support for military families.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (on 05/11/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/3267/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr3267/BILLS-118hr3267ih.pdf |
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