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BillHR 6823 · 119

To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish a pilot program to facilitate the development of certain traumatic brain injury diagnostics for members of the Armed Forces.

Introduced
Dec 17, 2025
Cosponsors
5
Traction
0
Last Action
Dec 17, 2025

Bill Summary

Establishes a pilot program to develop new diagnostics for traumatic brain injuries in military members. The program aims to improve detection and treatment of these injuries.

Sponsored By

Lori Trahan
Democrat · Massachusetts · House

Bill Journey

  1. Dec 17, 2025
  2. Dec 17, 2025You 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 members of the Armed Forces, particularly those who have suffered or are at risk of traumatic brain injuries, by potentially leading to better diagnosis and treatment options. It may also impact military medical personnel and researchers involved in the development of these diagnostics.

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
6backers
  • Democratic3
  • Republican3
Cross-party cosponsors3 · 60%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (5)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMilitary & Foreign
IntroducedDec 17, 2025
Last UpdatedDec 17, 2025
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Subjects
  • Military
  • Economy

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.