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US HB7091

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jack Bergman

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Requires the VA Secretary to establish an investigational research program within 90 days for treating veterans with conditions including PTSD, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and traumatic brain injury

  • Authorizes clinical trials and compassionate/extended access protocols using psychedelic and entactogenic therapies including MDMA, psilocybin, ketamine, ibogaine, and 5-MeO-DMT

  • Permits emerging therapies such as deep brain neurostimulation and hyperbaric oxygen therapy as part of the treatment program

  • Mandates a report to Congress within one year identifying designated clinics, expected participant numbers, trial outcomes, and a review of treatment safety and efficacy

  • Includes a two-year sunset provision after which the Secretary may extend or terminate the program at their discretion

Legislative Description

Expanding Veterans’ Access to Emerging Treatments Act

Armed forces and national security

Last Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

2/2/2026

Committee Referrals

Subcommittee on Health2/2/2026
Veterans' Affairs1/15/2026

Full Bill Text

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