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BillHR 6444 · 119

Blast Overpressure Research and Mitigation Task Force Act

Introduced
Dec 4, 2025
Cosponsors
21
Traction
0
Last Action
May 14, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes a task force to research and mitigate the effects of blast overpressure, which is a type of shock wave caused by explosions. Funds research to reduce harm from these shock waves.

Sponsored By

Ronny Jackson
Republican · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. Dec 4, 2025
  2. May 14, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  3. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  4. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  5. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects military personnel and veterans who are exposed to blast overpressure in combat or training, by potentially leading to better protection and treatment for related injuries. It may also impact researchers and medical professionals who study and treat blast-related injuries.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
22backers
  • Democratic7
  • Republican15
Cross-party cosponsors7 · 33%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (21)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
CommitteeHouse Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedDec 4, 2025
Last UpdatedMay 14, 2026
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Subjects
  • Military

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.