Improving Mental Health Support for Servicemembers and Veterans Act

This legislation directs the Department of Veterans Affairs-Department of Defense Joint Executive Committee to undertake a comprehensive review of mental health services for servicemembers transitioning to veteran status. The Committee is tasked with creating an inventory of all relevant programs and processes, followed by an assessment of their overall effectiveness in facilitating access to mental health care. Within 180 days of enactment, the Joint Executive Committee must submit a detailed report to Congress. This report will include the inventory, the assessment results highlighting any deficiencies, gaps, or inefficiencies , and specific recommendations with action plans to address identified issues. Furthermore, the bill amends existing law to require the Joint Executive Committee to conduct a review of the joint separation health assessment at least once every two years. This biennial review will validate the assessment's questions and recommend any necessary revisions, additions, or removals to ensure its continued relevance and utility in supporting mental health for transitioning personnel.