VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2020 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish the Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program for the purpose of improving safety and suicide care for veterans. The program must be implemented at five VA medical centers, including one that serves veterans in rural and remote areas.
Congressional oversightHealth care qualityHealth programs administration and fundingMedical educationMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMental healthPerformance measurementVeterans' medical care
VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2020
USA116th CongressHR-7541| House
| Updated: 9/10/2020
VA Zero Suicide Demonstration Project Act of 2020 This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish the Zero Suicide Initiative pilot program for the purpose of improving safety and suicide care for veterans. The program must be implemented at five VA medical centers, including one that serves veterans in rural and remote areas.
Congressional oversightHealth care qualityHealth programs administration and fundingMedical educationMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMental healthPerformance measurementVeterans' medical care