Expanding Mental Health Access for Cyber Command Personnel Act
Summary
The "Expanding Mental Health Access for Cyber Command Personnel Act" aims to improve the occupational resiliency of the Cyber Mission Force by ensuring access to behavioral health professionals with necessary security clearances at their duty locations. The Department of Defense, in coordination with relevant cyber advisors and the Cyber Command, would implement this initiative. It also mandates annual briefings to the Committees on Armed Services of the Senate and the House of Representatives on the initiative's progress, challenges, and clinical acuity being addressed.
Expected Effects
This act will likely increase the availability of mental health services for cyber command personnel. It will also increase oversight and reporting requirements for the Department of Defense. This could lead to improved mental health outcomes and readiness within the Cyber Mission Force.
Potential Benefits
- Improved mental health support for Cyber Mission Force personnel.
- Enhanced readiness and effectiveness of cyber operations.
- Increased awareness of available mental health resources.
- Better understanding of occupational resiliency challenges.
- Increased oversight and accountability of mental health initiatives within the Department of Defense.
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Potential Disadvantages
- Potential costs associated with assigning and clearing behavioral health professionals.
- Logistical challenges in providing services at all duty locations.
- Possible delays in implementation due to bureaucratic processes.
- Risk of insufficient participation by Cyber Mission Force members due to stigma or other barriers.
- Potential for breaches of privacy or confidentiality if security protocols are not strictly followed.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Constitution's provision for the common defense and general welfare. Article I, Section 8 provides Congress the power to raise and support armies, and this bill supports the well-being of those forces. There are no apparent conflicts with individual liberties or states' rights.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).