To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to update directives of the Department of Veterans Affairs regarding the management of acute sexual assault, and for other purposes.
Committee hearing: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- Committee hearing
- Started in
- House
- Sponsors
- 2
- Latest action
- May 20, 2026
What it does
This bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to update VA directives within 18 months of enactment to improve the management of acute sexual assault for covered veterans—defined as veterans showing symptoms within 72 hours of an assault at a VA medical facility. The updated directives must include policies for VA employees, requirements for medical facilities to employ or coordinate with certified SAFE or SANE providers, maintain rape kit supplies, offer prophylactic treatment and mental health referrals, and establish clear police documentation procedures balancing confidentiality with reporting laws. The bill also mandates annual training for VA health staff and police officers,…
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Where it stands
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Who is involved
Sponsors
The lawmakers who put their names on it, lead sponsors first.
Where it goes next
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