This bill mandates the establishment of a Bereavement Counseling Program by the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) for family members and volunteer caregivers of veterans who have died by suicide. The program aims to provide mental health support through licensed clinicians experienced in dealing with post-traumatic stress disorder and suicide. The DMVA will work with its regional network of Veteran Service Officers and funeral directors to ensure that affected families receive information and assistance in applying for the program. The application for bereavement counseling will be available for up to five years after the veteran's death, and counseling sessions will be provided at no cost for a maximum of 24 months, with a limit of 30 hours of counseling per year.

The bill defines key terms such as "family member," "volunteer caregiver," and "veteran," establishing eligibility criteria for participants in the program. It also outlines the responsibilities of the Adjutant General in determining applicant qualifications and managing the program's implementation. The DMVA is tasked with recruiting clinicians to volunteer their services and maintaining a list of available professionals. Additionally, the Adjutant General is authorized to seek grants to support the program's development and implementation. The act will take effect six months after its enactment, allowing for necessary preparatory actions.