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Introduced
05/08/2018
05/08/2018
In Committee
05/09/2018
05/09/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
START Act Sexual Trauma Response and Treatment Act
AI Summary
This bill, the Sexual Trauma Response and Treatment Act (START Act), directs the Secretary of Defense to carry out a pilot program to improve the treatment of members of the Armed Forces for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) related to military sexual trauma. The pilot program will involve partnerships with public, private, and non-profit healthcare organizations and institutions that provide evidence-based treatment for psychological and neurological conditions common among service members, including PTSD, substance abuse, and depression. The pilot program aims to assess the feasibility and advisability of using intensive outpatient programs to treat PTSD resulting from military sexual trauma. The Secretary is required to establish evaluation metrics and submit reports to Congress on the progress and effectiveness of the pilot program, which is authorized to last for up to three years.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. (on 05/09/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/5707/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr5707/BILLS-115hr5707ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr5707/BILLS-115hr5707ih.pdf.pdf |
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