ICYMI: Rep. Min Hosts Veterans Mental Health Roundtable in Irvine

November 9, 2026 Press Release Irvine, CA – Last week, Rep. Dave Min hosted a Veterans Mental Health Roundtable at Irvine Valley College (IVC) to hear directly from veterans, family members, and community leaders about the mental health challenges facing veterans in Orange County. Hosted in partnership with the IVC Veterans Services Center, the roundtable brought together student veterans, local service providers, and community members to discuss barriers to accessing mental health care, the transition from military to civilian life, and opportunities to strengthen coordination between the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and community organizations. Rep. Min also highlighted his efforts in Congress to close gaps in care and ensure veterans and their families can access the resources and support they have earned. “Our veterans have made tremendous sacrifices in service to our country, and we have a responsibility to ensure they receive the care and support they have earned, especially when it comes to mental health,” said Rep. Min. “The stories I heard at this roundtable are a wake-up call for Congress and a reminder of how much work remains to be done. No veteran should have to fight through a complicated bureaucracy just to access the help they need. We owe it to those who have served to do better, and I will continue fighting to ensure that we deliver on that promise.” Rep. Min has been a strong advocate for expanding access to quality healthcare and essential services for veterans and their families. Earlier this year, he introduced the bipartisan Fostering TRUST Act , legislation aimed at strengthening transparency and accountability in the Department of Veterans Affairs' response to veteran suicides and suicide attempts. The bill would improve congressional oversight of these incidents at VA and community care facilities, helping identify gaps in care and better support veterans in crisis. Rep. Min has also supported the Feed Hungry Veterans Act to expand eligibility for SNAP benefits among veterans and the Major Richard Star Act to ensure that combat-injured veterans receive the retirement benefits they have earned. Beyond these legislative efforts, Rep. Min has advocated for increased federal funding for programs that support veterans and their families. In FY2026, he signed appropriations letters requesting $3.5 billion for the VA’s Caregiver Support Program and $650 million for the VA State Home Construction Grant Program. He renewed his support for these programs in FY2027, joining requests for $3.5 billion and $600 million, respectively, to strengthen caregiver assistance and improve long-term care facilities for veterans. Veterans and their loved ones seeking assistance with VA benefits, services, or other federal agencies can contact Congressman Min’s office here . ###