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OH HCR43
Concurrent Resolution
Status
Engrossed
5/23/2012
Primary Sponsor
Terry Johnson
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AI Summary
- Urges Congress to appropriate funds for telemedical diagnosis and treatment of traumatic brain injury in military service members and veterans at Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities
- Over 233,000 U.S. military members have suffered traumatic brain injuries since 2000, with many cases remaining undiagnosed
- Supports the Operation Resurrection program to install video teleconference systems in 200 VA medical facilities, providing cost-effective access to physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists
- Operation Resurrection program would include equipment installation, staff training, a national database for treatment outcomes and best practices, and educational materials for service members, veterans, and families
- Estimated first-year cost of $12.18 million with subsequent annual costs of $9.65 million for the program
Legislative Description
To urge the Congress of the United States to
Last Action
To State & Local Government & Veterans Affairs
5/24/2012
Full Bill Text
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