Congress·In Committee·S. 4137
RECOVER Act
Veterans Mental Health: Local Clinic Grant Program
Legislative Progress
Senate
Key Points
- This bill creates a three-year test program that gives government grants to local non-profit mental health clinics. The goal is to make it easier for veterans to get counseling and support in their own communities rather than only at large VA hospitals.
- Clinics that receive this money are not allowed to charge veterans any fees for their mental health care. They also cannot turn a veteran away because of their insurance status or inability to pay.
- The program focuses on care that is specifically designed for the military community. This means therapists will receive special training to understand the unique stress, culture, and experiences that come with military life.
- The Department of Veterans Affairs will prioritize giving these grants to clinics in rural areas, places with very few doctors, and communities where there are high rates of veteran suicide.
- The bill authorizes $20 million in spending per year for three years. It also requires these local clinics to help veterans sign up for full VA healthcare benefits if they are not already enrolled.
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Milestones
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Mar 18, 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Mar 18, 2026
Introduced in Senate
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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
RECOVER Act
Bill NumberS 4137
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionRead twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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