S-2088 : Still Just a Bill

Brandon Act

This bill modifies the regulatory requirement for referrals by commanding officers and supervisors of members of the Armed Forces for mental health evaluations. Specifically, the regulations must (1) establish a phrase that enables the member to trigger a referral for a mental health evaluation, (2) require a commanding officer or supervisor to make such referrals as soon as practicable following disclosure by the member of the established phrase, and (3) ensure that the process protects the confidentiality of the member.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-06-16IntroReferralRead twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.Senate
2021-06-16IntroReferralIntroduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
See Subjects
  • Administrative law and regulatory procedures
  • Department of Defense
  • Health information and medical records
  • Medical tests and diagnostic methods
  • Mental health
  • Military medicine
  • Military personnel and dependents

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