This bill mandates the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) to establish and maintain a comprehensive emergency hotline for veterans memorial homes. The hotline will be prominently advertised within the homes and on the department's website, serving as a critical resource for reporting various emergencies. These emergencies include suspected abuse, self-harm, suicide, neglect, exploitation, criminal acts, significant injuries or deaths of residents, staff, or visitors, financial issues, and the need for evacuations. The bill specifies that the hotline should utilize the number 555, if available, as its emergency response number.

The introduction of this emergency hotline aims to enhance the safety and well-being of residents in veterans memorial homes by providing a direct and accessible means for reporting urgent situations. This initiative reflects a commitment to ensuring that veterans and their families have the necessary support and resources to address emergencies effectively. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.