SB 1401: Traumatic Brain Injury Screening (2008)
Summary
SB 1401 creates outreach programs for veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan addressing education and treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Senator Simitian’s Letter to the Governor on SB 1401
For more information, you can read the SB 1401 "Fact Sheet" prepared by a member of Senator Simitian's staff.
Final Status and Text
SB 1401 is no longer active. Its final status was:Signed into Law
You can read its final text on the Legislature's Bill Information site.
News & Press Releases about SB 1401
11/11/2009 - PTSD treatment for vets shines light in dark corners04/09/2009 - Treating the Invisible Wounds of War
01/01/2009 - New year means new laws taking effect
12/23/2008 - New Year to Bring Protections for Victims of Sexual Abuse, Veterans & Seniors
09/30/2008 - Governor Signs Simitian Bill to Help Returning Vets
05/07/2008 - State Senate unanimously passes local’s veterans law
03/26/2008 - Simitian Announces "Oughta Be A Law" Contest Winners