H.R.1493

To reauthorize and make improvements to Federal programs relating to the prevention, detection, and treatment of traumatic brain injuries, and for other purposes.

Introduced·2/21/25

Reauthorizes and improves federal programs for preventing, detecting, and treating traumatic brain injuries.

The bill amends the Public Health Service Act to enhance federal programs focused on traumatic brain injuries. It updates the national program for surveillance and registries to include prevalence data and risk factors. The bill extends state grants for protection and advocacy services through 2030, requiring consideration of higher-risk populations. It mandates a report to Congress on findings related to higher-risk populations and long-term symptoms. The bill also revises the definition of "traumatic brain injury" and authorizes appropriations through 2030.

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History

Jul 20

House

Mr. Guthrie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

Jul 20

House

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4646-4648)

Jul 20

House

DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 1493.