Caregiver Program Information Improvement Act of 2017
Topic:
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Proposal Overview
Name: Caregiver Program Information Improvement Act of 2017
Congress: 115th
Year: 2017
Sponsor and Co-Sponsors
Sponsor:
Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD)
Co-Sponsors:
Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL)
Companion Bill
None
Related Bills from Prior Congresses
None
Program Details
Overview: The Bill requires the Department of Defense to provide information about caregiver supports to service members during pre-separation counseling. The information must explain available benefits and services and include eligibility criteria for the VA Caregiver Support Program.
Definition of Caregiver
Individuals (including a spouse, partner, parent, sibling, adult child, other relative, or friend) who provide physical or emotional assistance to former members of the Armed Forces during and after their transition from military life to civilian life.
Financing & Implementation
Program Administration
Department of Veterans Affairs
Revenue Source(s)
Not specified
Program Cost Estimate
Not specified