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New Task Force to Improve Care and Research for Veterans' Blast Injuries.

This law establishes a Blast Overpressure Task Force within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Its main goal is to significantly improve healthcare and benefits for veterans suffering from TBI, PTSD, and other symptoms caused by blast exposure. Veterans can expect better coordinated research, clearer diagnostic standards, and improved processes for evaluating benefit claims.
Key points
Mandates better healthcare and benefits for veterans with blast-related brain injuries and PTSD.
Requires establishing new diagnostic standards and monitoring sensory decline (vision, hearing, balance).
The Task Force will recommend how VA claims processors should evaluate evidence linking these conditions to military service.
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Print number: 119_HR_6444
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13]
Process start date: 2025-12-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Blast Overpressure Research and Mitigation Task Force Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6444.

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 2025-12-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates better healthcare and benefits for veterans with blast-related brain injuries and PTSD.
  • Requires establishing new diagnostic standards and monitoring sensory decline (vision, hearing, balance).
  • The Task Force will recommend how VA claims processors should evaluate evidence linking these conditions to military service.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13].

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 2025-12-31.

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