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This bill amends the Department of Healthcare and Family Services Law to modify the Breakthrough Therapies for Veteran Suicide Prevention Program Advisory Council by allowing its members to be reimbursed for reasonable travel expenses when attending council meetings, in compliance with the Secretary of State's travel rules. The bill provides context for the council's purpose, which is to advise the Department of Healthcare and Family Services on various aspects of veteran suicide prevention, including grant awards, provider training, patient safety, treatment access, and facility standards. The council is composed of nine members appointed by the Governor, Senate President, and House Speaker, and its responsibilities include developing guidelines for treatment programs, public awareness campaigns, funding strategies, and ensuring justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in grant administration. The bill aims to support the council's efforts to address veteran suicide prevention by removing potential financial barriers to member participation and ensuring comprehensive, thoughtful approach to this critical issue.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2439&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104