Improving Mental Health Care and Coordination for Homeless Veterans Act

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct a comprehensive assessment within 72 hours for veterans identified as needing homeless program services who have mental health needs. The assessment must cover physical/mental health needs, create a care plan addressing immediate and long-term support, and identify suitable housing. VA staff must integrate this information into veterans' electronic health records while following privacy laws. The VA Homeless Program Office must also monitor whether these care plans effectively address veterans' needs. This directly affects homeless veterans with mental health challenges who access VA homeless services.