HR-6712 : Still Just a Bill


Warrior Wellness Act

This bill directs the Department of Defense (DOD) to report to Congress on (1) the shortage of mental health providers within DOD, (2) a plan for recruiting and retaining mental health professionals, (3) a plan to reduce the improper prescribing of medications for post-traumatic stress disorders within DOD and Veterans Health Administration (VHA) facilities, and (4) a plan for a program to monitor DOD and VHA medication prescription practices.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2018-09-06CommitteeReferred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.House committee actions
2018-09-05IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.House floor actions
2018-09-05IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
Related Subjects
  • Congressional oversight
  • Government studies and investigations
  • Health personnel
  • Mental health
  • Military medicine
  • Prescription drugs
Related Geographic Entities
Related Organizations
  • Department of Defense

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