H.R. 1971 · In committee · Armed Forces and National Security

Veterans SPORT Act

Sponsor: Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-IA)

What it does

• Expands the VA's definition of medical services to include adaptive prostheses and terminal devices designed for sports and recreational activities.
• Requires the VA to furnish adaptive prostheses and terminal devices for sports and recreational use to eligible veterans as medical services.
• Covers the cost and provision of sports-specific prosthetic devices through the VA's existing healthcare authority.

Official summary

Veterans Supporting Prosthetics Opportunities and Recreational Therapy Act or the Veterans SPORT Act This bill includes adaptive prostheses and terminal devices for sports and other recreational activities within the definition of medical services under the laws administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Under the bill, these artificial limbs must be furnished as medical services to eligible veterans.

Latest action

Mar 25, 2025: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Committee: House Health Subcommittee