Fostering TRUST Act of 2026 Fostering Transparency, Understanding,...
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide to Congress notice of any suicide or attempted suicide of a veteran in a facility of the Department of Veterans Affairs or of a Community Care provider, and for other purposes.
This bill, the Fostering TRUST Act of 2026, aims to enhance transparency and support for veterans by requiring the Department of Veterans Affairs to notify Congress of any suicide or attempted suicide involving veterans in VA facilities or community care providers. The goal is to improve tracking and response to mental health crises among veterans.
The bill would primarily affect veterans and the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as community care providers who work with veterans. By ensuring timely reporting of critical incidents, it seeks to improve oversight and support for veterans' mental health.
HB9018 was introduced on May 22, 2026, and was immediately referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs for further review. This marks the initial step in the legislative process, where the bill will be reviewed, potentially amended, and considered for a vote.
