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Better Care and Access to New Devices for Veterans with Spinal Injuries.

This law grants veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders the right to annual, comprehensive preventative health evaluations. These evaluations focus on assessing health risks, managing chronic pain, and determining the need for advanced assistive technologies, such as powered exoskeletons. The goal is to enhance veterans' independence and quality of life through improved access to specialized care and modern equipment.
Key points
Veterans with spinal injuries gain the right to an annual, comprehensive health assessment, including pain and dietary management.
Mandatory assessment of needs for advanced assistive technologies (e.g., powered exoskeletons) to maximize mobility and independence.
The VA must annually inform eligible veterans about the availability and benefits of these preventative evaluations.
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Print number: 118_S_4009
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2024-03-21
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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_S_4009.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with spinal injuries gain the right to an annual, comprehensive health assessment, including pain and dietary management.
  • Mandatory assessment of needs for advanced assistive technologies (e.g., powered exoskeletons) to maximize mobility and independence.
  • The VA must annually inform eligible veterans about the availability and benefits of these preventative evaluations.
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 Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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