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- H.R.1938
H.R.1938: To amend title 10, United States Code, to ensure that members of the Armed Forces serving on active duty who are diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injury have access to hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and for other purposes.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced May 9, 2013
- Latest Major Action June 20, 2013
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Directs the Secretary of Defense (DOD) to furnish hyperbaric oxygen therapy for a member who is: (1) entitled to medical care provided through DOD, and (2) diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or traumatic brain injury. Allows the Secretary to furnish such therapy through contracted private facilities.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| June 20, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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| May 9, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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| May 9, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Walter B. Jones (R-N.C.) |