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CT HB05238

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/22/2018

Primary Sponsor

Veterans' Affairs Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2018 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires the Commissioner of Veterans Affairs to collect information about facilities and services available to armed forces members, veterans, and their families, including those exposed to Vietnam herbicides
  • Mandates the Commissioner consult with the Commissioner of Mental Health and Addiction Services to improve identification of mental health needs and direct resources effectively to address them
  • Requires nursing home and assisted living facility administrators to notify the Office of Advocacy and Assistance within six months of admitting new residents who are veterans or veteran family members, with resident consent required for identity disclosure
  • Maintains existing Commissioner duties including assisting veterans with benefit claims, cooperating with service agencies, reviewing appeals, and publishing data about women veterans
  • Effective date: October 1, 2018

Legislative Description

An Act Concerning Mental Health Resources For Veterans And Members Of The Armed Forces.

Last Action

File Number 63

3/28/2018

Committee Referrals

Select Committee on Veterans' Affairs2/22/2018

Full Bill Text

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