United StatesHouse Bill 1947HR 1947

TREAT PTSD Act

Armed Forces and National Security

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Last progress March 6, 2025 (9 months ago)

Introduced on March 6, 2025 by Scott Perry

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March 6, 2025 (9 months ago)

Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

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This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense to provide a medical treatment called stellate ganglion block to people with post‑traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who are veterans or currently serving in the military. In short, it aims to make this therapy available through VA and military health care for those diagnosed with PTSD.

Key points:

Who is affected: Veterans and members of the Armed Forces who have PTSD.
What changes: VA and DoD must furnish stellate ganglion block as a treatment option for PTSD.
When: The provided text does not list a start date; the requirement would take effect only if the bill becomes law.

TREAT PTSD Act

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