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RepublicanBill · H.R. 1977· House(119-HR-1977)

To direct the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study relating to obesity in the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

Rep. Buchanan
Age: 75 years
Florida
Introduced
3/10/2025
Last activity
3/10/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Sponsored by
Vern Buchanan
Cosponsors
Republican - 0Democrat - 1
Armed Forces and National Security
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to conduct several studies regarding obesity within the military. The Director of the Defense Health Agency is tasked with improving the transparency and frequency of obesity reports. Specifically, the Secretary must study how obesity contributes to in-service injuries and medical discharges, as well as the associated annual costs. Additionally, the bill calls for a study on transforming food procurement processes to acquire healthier food. A study regarding access to healthy foods for families of service members is also required. Finally, a report must be submitted regarding the impact of obesity on national security readiness.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+2

    The bill explicitly directs the Defense Health Agency to improve the transparency of obesity reports.

  • Does this make health care easier to get in general?+1

    By studying food procurement and access, the bill lays the groundwork for better nutritional health within the military.

  • Does this put more money into medical research?+1

    The bill mandates new studies into the health impacts of obesity on service members.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.