United States 116th Congress Status: Died 1 D cosponsors

HR 8173 — VA High Altitude and Suicide Research Act

Last action — Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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  3. Died in session

This bill died with 116th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Summary

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.

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Action History

  1. Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

  2. Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4720)

  3. Introduced in House

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 546 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (546)

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Subjects

Armed forces and national security Congressional oversight Government studies and investigations Health promotion and preventive care Medical research Mental health Veterans' medical care
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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 8173 do?
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.
Who sponsors HR 8173?
HR 8173 is sponsored by Ben McAdams (D).
What is the current status of HR 8173?
This bill died with 116th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track HR 8173?
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