HR 315 — A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to enable veterans to access hyperbaric oxygen therapy for both traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder.

PRINTER'S NO.   2307

                     THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA



           HOUSE RESOLUTION
              No. 315
                                                Session of
                                                  2025

     INTRODUCED BY HOGAN, GILLEN AND ROWE, SEPTEMBER 11, 2025

     REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH, SEPTEMBER 11, 2025


                                 A RESOLUTION
 1   Urging the Congress of the United States and the United States
 2      Department of Veterans Affairs to enable veterans to access
 3      hyperbaric oxygen therapy for both traumatic brain injury and
 4      post-traumatic stress disorder.
 5      WHEREAS, The courageous men and women who have served in the
 6   United States Armed Forces have made immense sacrifices to
 7   protect our nation and uphold its values; and
 8      WHEREAS, Many veterans suffer from traumatic brain injury and
 9   post-traumatic stress disorder as a result of their service,
10   significantly impacting their quality of life and overall well-
11   being; and
12      WHEREAS, Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a promising and
13   powerful procedure in treating both traumatic brain injury and
14   post-traumatic stress disorder by increasing oxygen levels in
15   the body, promoting healing and reducing inflammation; and
16      WHEREAS, Despite its potential benefits, hyperbaric oxygen
17   therapy remains limited for veterans due to various barriers,
18   including lack of awareness, availability and limited insurance
19   coverage; and
 1      WHEREAS, The United States Department of Veterans Affairs
 2   currently offers hyperbaric oxygen therapy as a treatment for a
 3   limited number of veterans with persistent post-traumatic stress
 4   disorder symptoms; and
 5      WHEREAS, Ongoing advocacy by American Legion, Vietnam
 6   Veterans of America, AMVETS and other organizations seeks to
 7   widen availability of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for more
 8   veterans, recognizing its advantages; and
 9      WHEREAS, United States Congressman Gregory Murphy proposed
10   legislation (H.R. 1336), known as the "Veterans National
11   Traumatic Brain Injury Treatment Act," which proposes a five-
12   year pilot program for hyperbaric oxygen therapy for veterans
13   suffering from traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress
14   disorder; and
15      WHEREAS, Providing veterans with greater access to hyperbaric
16   oxygen therapy could significantly improve their health outcomes
17   and enhance their ability to reintegrate into civilian life;
18   therefore be it
19      RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the
20   Commonwealth of Pennsylvania urge the Congress of the United
21   States and the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to
22   enable veterans to access hyperbaric oxygen therapy for both
23   traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder; and
24   be it further
25      RESOLVED, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to
26   the United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs, the presiding
27   officers of each house of Congress and each member of Congress
28   from Pennsylvania.




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