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Improved Care and Technology Access for Veterans with Spinal Injuries

This act aims to enhance the quality of life for veterans with spinal cord injuries by providing annual preventative health evaluations and increasing access to modern assistive technologies. This will enable veterans to better manage their health, pain, and improve their independence in daily life.
Key points
Veterans with spinal cord injuries will receive annual, free preventative health evaluations to assess complication risks, pain management, diet, and prosthetic equipment.
Access to assistive technologies, such as powered exoskeletons and speech-generating devices, will be increased to improve veterans' independence and mobility.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will be required to inform veterans about available evaluations and their benefits, and to report on the use of assistive technologies.
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Print number: 118_HR_6373
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2023-11-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans STAND Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6373.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-11-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with spinal cord injuries will receive annual, free preventative health evaluations to assess complication risks, pain management, diet, and prosthetic equipment.
  • Access to assistive technologies, such as powered exoskeletons and speech-generating devices, will be increased to improve veterans' independence and mobility.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will be required to inform veterans about available evaluations and their benefits, and to report on the use of assistive technologies.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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