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flag Florida VA hospitals face scrutiny for improper use of the Baker Act on veterans without reporting it.

flag A recent investigation found that Florida VA hospitals, including Malcolm Randall VA hospital in Gainesville, do not have to report the use of the Baker Act on patients. flag The VA's Office of Inspector General found that the Gainesville hospital improperly used the act on Jordan Hunkin, a veteran with PTSD and depression, violating his rights. flag Despite updated policies, only three out of Florida's eight major VA hospitals reported the use of the Baker Act last year. flag Congressmember Gus Bilirakis calls for more transparency to better serve veterans.

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