Congressman Self introduced a bill allowing VA chaplains to share veterans’ contact information with non-VA faith organizations.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Keith Self has introduced the Enhancing Faith-Based Support for Veterans Act, which aims to allow chaplains in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to share veterans’ contact information with religious organizations specified by the veterans themselves, pending their consent.
This bill seeks to bridge the gap between the VA and faith communities, enhancing the support veterans receive during times of illness. Congressman Self emphasized the importance of spiritual care, stating it is “just as important as the physical and mental care” veterans receive.
The legislation includes provisions for patient choice, holistic care, and privacy protections. It ensures compliance with HIPAA and aims to respect veterans’ freedom of religion while facilitating necessary connections to their faith communities.
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Keith Self Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Keith Self:
- H.R.5758: To amend title 38, United States Code, to permit the voluntary transmission of patient contact information to certain religious or faith-based organizations by chaplains employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
- H.R.5606: Return to PEACE Act
- H.R.5247: To provide for the International Security Affairs authorities of the Department of State.
- H.R.4939: SNAP Study Act of 2025
- H.R.4730: Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History Act
- H.R.4729: To codify Executive Order 14292 relating to improving the safety and security of biological research.
You can track bills proposed by Keith Self on Quiver Quantitative’s politician page for Self.
Keith Self Fundraising
Keith Self recently disclosed $130.7K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 9th, 2025. This was the 440th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 71.0% came from individual donors.
Self disclosed $33.8K of spending. This was the 613th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Self disclosed $264.5K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 496th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Keith Self’s fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
