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NE LR293
Resolution
Status
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kathleen Kauth
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AI Summary
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Urges U.S. Congress to enact legislation providing veterans access to treatments for traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), including hyperbaric oxygen therapy
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Specifically supports passage of the Veterans National Traumatic Injury Treatment Act (H.R. 3649), which would require the VA Secretary to establish a pilot program for hyperbaric oxygen therapy
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Cites national data showing approximately 22 veterans commit suicide daily, and 413,858 service members suffered TBIs between 2000-2019 according to Department of Defense data
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Notes that PTSD affects 11-30% of veterans depending on service era, and current VA standards of care focus primarily on medication and counseling
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Directs copies of the resolution to be transmitted to U.S. House and Senate leadership and all members of Nebraska's Congressional delegation
Legislative Description
Urge the United States Congress to swiftly enact legislation to provide for veterans' access to treatments for traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder
Last Action
Reported to the Legislature for further consideration
2/19/2026