If enacted, this bill would update current statutes by appropriating $1,000,000 from the Consumer Remediation Subaccount to the Department of Veterans Services for fiscal year 2025-2026. This funding is designated for grants to nonprofit organizations that provide a range of behavioral health services, including evidence-based clinical care, physical fitness training, nutritional guidance, and peer outreach for active-duty service members and veterans. The bill specifically addresses mental health issues such as post-traumatic stress injuries, traumatic brain injuries, depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, and suicidal ideation.

Additionally, the bill mandates that nonprofit organizations delivering these services must collaborate with qualified hospital systems and state universities in Arizona, irrespective of the military service or discharge dates of the individuals served. Importantly, the appropriation is exempt from the usual provisions regarding lapsing of appropriations, ensuring that the funds remain available for their intended purpose without the risk of being returned to the state treasury.