S.4777

Blast Overpressure Research and Mitigation Task Force Act

Introduced·6/11/26

Establishes a task force to research and mitigate blast overpressure effects on veterans.

The Blast Overpressure Research and Mitigation Task Force Act creates a task force within the Department of Veterans Affairs to study and address health issues caused by blast overpressure and blast exposure. The task force will focus on improving health care and benefits for veterans with traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other symptoms. It will also align research agendas, establish performance baselines, and prioritize translational research on various health issues.

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Veterans' Affairs Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jun 11

Senate

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.