Veteran Suicide Spousal Career Services Act

The Veteran Suicide Spousal Career Services Act expands eligibility for the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program to include spouses of veterans, as well as spouses of service members who died in the line of duty or by suicide related to a service-connected disability. By amending existing federal law, the bill ensures these eligible persons can access the career counseling and support services previously reserved for veterans. This change directly affects the families of those who served, allowing them to utilize the program's resources without needing to meet the veteran status requirement themselves. The legislation focuses on broadening the definition of who qualifies for assistance rather than creating new types of services or funding.