Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act

# Summary: Daniel J. Harvey, Jr. and Adam Lambert Improving Servicemember Transition to Reduce Veteran Suicide Act **What the Bill Would Do** This bill aims to improve mental health support and resources for active-duty military members and veterans during the transition from military to civilian life. The legislation is named after two servicemembers and seeks to address the high suicide rates among veterans by enhancing programs and services available during this critical period.

While the specific provisions aren't detailed in the summary, bills of this type typically focus on expanding mental health counseling, peer support networks, job training, and coordination between military and Veterans Affairs services. **Who It Affects** The bill directly impacts active-duty service members preparing to leave the military and veterans in the early stages of civilian life. It also affects the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, and mental health service providers who would likely implement any new programs or requirements created by the bill. **Current Status** As of now, S 2096 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full Senate vote. The bill was sponsored by Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) in the 119th Congress.