Bill · H.R. 1947· House(119-HR-1947)

TREAT PTSD Act

Age: 64 years

Pennsylvania

Introduced: 3/6/2025
Last activity: 3/27/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Sponsored by: Scott Perry
Cosponsors: - 12 - 2

Armed Forces and National Security

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The TREAT PTSD Act directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs and the Secretary of Defense to provide stellate ganglion block treatments to specific individuals. This applies to veterans enrolled in the patient enrollment system who have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. It also applies to members of the Armed Forces, including reserve components, who are enrolled in the TRICARE program and diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. To receive this, individuals must elect the treatment after being informed of the risks and benefits by a qualified provider. Additionally, the Secretaries must update the joint clinical practice guideline for managing PTSD to include this therapy. These changes are set to take effect 180 days after the bill is enacted.

Yes· 3 of 5

Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+9
It provides direct clinical benefits and access to specific PTSD treatments for veterans.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+8
It mandates the provision of a specific PTSD treatment to eligible veterans.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+8
The bill enhances benefits by providing access to specialized PTSD treatment.