To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study on the connection between living at high altitude and suicide risk factors among veterans.
VA High Altitude and Suicide Research Act
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study on the connection between living at high altitude and the risk of developing depression or dying by suicide among veterans. Depending on the results, a follow-up study may be required to identify biological causes and effective treatments.
Became Public Law No: 116-171.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4720)
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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