HR 1971: Veterans SPORT Act

Summary

Veterans Supporting Prosthetics Opportunities and Recreational Therapy Act or the Veterans SPORT Act

This bill includes adaptive prostheses and terminal devices for sports and other recreational activities within the definition of medical services under the laws administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Under the bill, these artificial limbs must be furnished as medical services to eligible veterans.

Subjects

Policy Areas

Armed Forces and National Security

Next Steps

The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. The next steps would involve committee hearings, potential revisions, and a vote within the committee before it could proceed to the full House.

Social Impact

The bill aims to improve the quality of life for veterans by providing them with adaptive prostheses and devices for sports and recreational activities. This could positively impact their physical and mental health and overall well-being and potentially foster greater social inclusion. However, if resources are not properly allocated, it could lead to an increase in wait times for other necessary veterans' services.

Financial Impact

If passed, the bill would increase the financial burden on the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide additional prosthetics and devices. The exact cost is not specified in the bill itself and would depend on veteran demand.

Bill History

Monday, March 10, 2025
IntroReferral - Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Monday, March 10, 2025
IntroReferral - Introduced in House

Bill Text

Introduced in House March 10, 2025
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