H.R.6968: To require the Secretary of Defense to conduct a demonstration project regarding access to mental health services by members of the Armed Forces.

To require the Secretary of Defense to conduct a demonstration project regarding access to mental health services by members of the Armed Forces. 9/18/2008--Introduced. Helping Those Who Serve Act - Directs the Secretary of Defense to conduct a demonstration project (project) designed to: (1) increase access of members of the Armed Forces (members) returning from deployment abroad, and their families, to accessible, safe, and confidential mental health counseling; (2) reduce the stigma and career repercussions associated with seeking such services; and (3) make high-quality mental health services more user-friendly to such members and their families. Requires the Secretary to: (1) establish a Special Working Group to develop guidelines and recommendations to ensure the protection of confidentiality for members participating in the project; (2) establish an advisory group to oversee project implementation; (3) submit project reports to the congressional defense committees;[...]

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