(The Center Square) – Advocates and U.S. lawmakers are pushing for a sweeping package of bills to support improvements in veteran healthcare services, including mental health funding.

The Take Care of America’s Veterans Act is a provision consisting of 62 bills to consolidate veteran’s disability care, extend suicide grant programs, and standardize healthcare requirements.

Proposals in the legislation have received broad bipartisan support from lawmakers and veterans. A new poll from Mission Roll Call found that 71% of veterans supported TCAVA.

“I know it’s an emotional issue for many veterans, but the vast majority of veterans and their families support this,” said Jim Whaley, CEO of Mission Roll Call.

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