H.R. 327 · 110th Congress · 2007–2008
Joshua Omvig Veterans Suicide Prevention Act
H.R. 327 in the 110th Congress (2007–2008) became law — introduced on Jan 9, 2007, sponsored by Leonard L. Boswell with 152 co-sponsors. Congress held 2 roll call votes on it.
During the 110th Congress (2007–2008), George W. Bush was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Jan 9, 2007
- Co-sponsors
- 152
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
- Public law
- Public Law 110-110
What it does
Joshua Omvig Veterans Suicide Prevention Act - Expresses the sense of Congress that: (1) suicide among veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious problem; and (2) the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in developing and implementing the comprehensive program outlined in this Act, should take into consideration the special needs of such veterans and of elderly veterans who are at high risk for depres…
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Leonard L. Boswell (D-IA). Co-sponsors: 132 Democrats, 20 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJan 9, 2007
- Passed the HouseMar 21, 2007
- Passed the SenateSep 27, 2007
- Sent to the PresidentOct 24, 2007
- Became lawNov 5, 2007
Latest action: Became Public Law No: 110-110. (Nov 5, 2007)
How Congress voted
- Suspend the Rules and Agree to the Senate Amendment
House · Oct 23, 2007 · Passed417–0 - On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
House · Mar 21, 2007 · Passed423–0
Every roll call vote on this bill
- Joshua Omvig Veterans Suicide Prevention ActHouse · Mar 21, 2007
- Joshua Omvig Veterans Suicide Prevention ActHouse · Oct 23, 2007
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