Blast Overpressure Research and Mitigation Task Force Act
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.
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Bill Journey
- Dec 4, 2025
- May 14, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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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
Support & Opposition
- Democratic7
- Republican15
Documents
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Cosponsors (21)
- Mark AlfordRepublican · MO
- Christopher H. SmithRepublican · NJ
- Thomas P. TiffanyRepublican · WI
- August PflugerRepublican · TX
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- Chuck EdwardsRepublican · NC
- Beth Van DuyneRepublican · TX
- Michael LawlerRepublican · NY
- Eugene Simon VindmanDemocrat · VA
- Derek TranDemocrat · CA
- Nicholas J. Begich IIIRepublican · AK
- John W. RoseRepublican · TN
- Pete StauberRepublican · MN
- Aumua Amata Coleman RadewagenRepublican · AS
- Sarah McBrideDemocrat · DE
- Michael GuestRepublican · MS
- Seth MagazinerDemocrat · RI
- James R. WalkinshawDemocrat · VA
- Jennifer A. KiggansRepublican · VA
- Maggie GoodlanderDemocrat · NH
- Bill FosterDemocrat · IL
- Blake D. MooreRepublican · UT
Bill Details
- Military
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