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To reauthorize and make improvements to Federal programs relating to the prevention, detection, and treatment of traumatic brain injuries, and for other purposes.

3/17/2025, 4:10 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1493

Bill 119 HR 1493, also known as the Traumatic Brain Injury Reauthorization Act, aims to reauthorize and enhance federal programs that focus on preventing, detecting, and treating traumatic brain injuries (TBI). The bill seeks to improve the coordination and effectiveness of these programs to better serve individuals who have suffered from TBIs.

The legislation includes provisions to increase funding for research on TBIs, improve access to care and treatment for individuals with TBIs, and enhance education and awareness efforts surrounding these injuries. Additionally, the bill aims to strengthen partnerships between federal agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations to ensure a comprehensive approach to addressing TBIs.

Overall, Bill 119 HR 1493 is focused on enhancing the support and resources available to individuals who have experienced traumatic brain injuries, with the goal of improving outcomes and quality of life for those affected.

Congressional Summary of HR 1493

This bill reauthorizes from FY2026-FY2030 and expands Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) programs relating to traumatic brain injuries. It also requires HHS to conduct a study and report to Congress on traumatic brain injuries.

Specifically, the bill reauthorizes

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) grants to states for traumatic brain injury surveillance and registries (renaming the program after the late Representative Bill Pascrell, Jr.), 
  • CDC research and public awareness activities to reduce traumatic brain injuries,
  • Administration for Community Living (ACL) grants to states and American Indian consortiums for services and support for individuals living with traumatic brain injuries, and
  • ACL grants for protection and advocacy agencies supporting individuals with traumatic brain injuries.

Also, the bill generally expands the scope and requirements of these programs, including by requiring the CDC to publish information on populations at higher risk for traumatic brain injuries and strategies for preventing such injuries in these populations. 

Additionally, HHS must conduct a study on long-term symptoms or conditions in people who experience traumatic brain injuries and report the findings to Congress. HHS must also submit a report to Congress on populations with a higher risk of traumatic brain injuries and outreach efforts for such populations.

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Current Status of Bill HR 1493

Bill HR 1493 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 21, 2025. Bill HR 1493 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 21, 2025.  Bill HR 1493's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. as of February 21, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1493

Total Number of Sponsors
3
Democrat Sponsors
3
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
3
Democrat Cosponsors
1
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1493

Primary Policy Focus

Health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1493

To reauthorize and make improvements to Federal programs relating to the prevention, detection, and treatment of traumatic brain injuries, and for other purposes.
To reauthorize and make improvements to Federal programs relating to the prevention, detection, and treatment of traumatic brain injuries, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1493

Frank Pallone, Jr.
Frank Pallone, Jr.
New JerseyDemocrat
Robert Menendez
Robert Menendez
New JerseyDemocrat
Dan Crenshaw
Dan Crenshaw
TexasRepublican
Don Bacon
Don Bacon
NebraskaRepublican
Christopher R. Deluzio
Christopher R. Deluzio
PennsylvaniaDemocrat

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