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VA Coverage Expanded: Adaptive Prosthetics for Veteran Sports and Recreation.

This legislation expands the scope of medical services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to eligible veterans. The change ensures that veterans receiving VA healthcare will now explicitly be covered for specialized adaptive prostheses and terminal devices designed for sports and recreational activities. This aims to significantly enhance rehabilitation, mobility, and quality of life for veterans with limb loss.
Key points
Eligible veterans with limb loss will gain the right to receive specialized adaptive prosthetics for sports and recreational use under VA medical coverage.
The VA must now include these adaptive devices as part of the standard medical services furnished to veterans, explicitly covering recreational and athletic needs.
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Print number: 118_HR_9478
Sponsor: Rep. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-1]
Process start date: 2024-09-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans SPORT Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9478.

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 2024-09-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eligible veterans with limb loss will gain the right to receive specialized adaptive prosthetics for sports and recreational use under VA medical coverage.
  • The VA must now include these adaptive devices as part of the standard medical services furnished to veterans, explicitly covering recreational and athletic needs.
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. Miller-Meeks, Mariannette [R-IA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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