Establishing programs and measures to prevent suicide among veterans and military members.: HB 1181

The Department of Social and Health Services must, when providing services or upon application or intake for services or benefits: inquire whether the individual has ever served in the United States Armed Forces or is a family or household member of someone who has ever served in the United States Armed Forces; and if the answer is affirmative, provide information on how to contact the DVA to inquire about eligibility for available benefits, services, or programs. Beginning July 1, 2022, health care providers are strongly encouraged to inquire with new patients entering care whether the patient is a veteran, member of the military, or a family member of either and share the educational materials if the patients answers in the affirmative.