Bill · H.R. 1971· House(119-HR-1971)
Veterans SPORT Act
- Introduced
- 3/10/2025
- Last activity
- 3/25/2025 — Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- Sponsored by
- Mariannette Miller-Meeks
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Veterans Supporting Prosthetics Opportunities and Recreational Therapy Act," seeks to amend title 38 of the United States Code. The purpose is to expand the medical services provided to eligible veterans by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Specifically, it aims to include adaptive prostheses and terminal devices intended for sports and other recreational activities. Currently, the law refers to artificial limbs, and this change would broaden that scope.
Yes· 3 of 6
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+7
The bill directly expands the medical services and equipment available to eligible veterans for recreational use.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+7
The bill expands healthcare services for veterans by including adaptive prostheses and terminal devices for sports and recreational activities.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+7
The bill increases the benefits provided to veterans by expanding the scope of covered medical devices.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Access to specialized equipment: By amending section 1701 of title 38, the bill would allow eligible veterans to receive adaptive prostheses and terminal devices specifically designed for sports and recreational activities. This provides veterans with tools better suited for active lifestyles beyond standard artificial limbs. (Section 2)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts identified: The provided text does not contain any provisions that would result in negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+7Good For People With Disabilities+6Good For Low Income Households+3
- Healthcare
- Improves Veterans Healthcare+7
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+7
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+5
- 4/15/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 3/25/2025
- Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
- 3/10/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- Introduced in House
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Brian MastRepublican · Florida