Tinnitus Research for Military Health Improvement Act
Latest action · Jun 18, 2010 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
Progress
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- IntroducedMay 4, 2010
- Passed HouseNot reached
- Passed SenateNot reached
- To the PresidentNot reached
- Became lawNot reached
Summary
Tinnitus Research for Military Health Improvement Act - Directs the Secretary of Defense (DOD) to establish one or more centers of excellence for the study of tinnitus. Requires such centers to be established at military installations where members of the Armed Forces perform activities involving high rates of sound, including artillery instruction. Outlines center activities, including researching and enhancing treatments for members with tinnitus.
Requires the inclusion, within a current medical tracking system for members deployed overseas, of an aural screening which shall include an assessment of tinnitus.
Directs the Secretary to establish a grant program to assist eligible institutions in conducting research on recurrent, chronic, or severe tinnitus and peripheral neurological conditions. Makes eligible for such grants: (1) a hospital with an approved teaching program as defined under the Social Security Act; or (2) an educational institution with demonstrated expertise in tinnitus research.
Requires the Secretary to designate a senior DOD official to act as the executive agent for tinnitus.
Cosponsors 1
Members who signed on, in the order they did. All signed on May 4, 2010.
| Seat | Cosponsor | Signed on | |
|---|---|---|---|
| D-NM | Harry Teague | Original | May 4, 2010 |
Actions 3
Everything that happened, newest first.
- Jun 18, 2010Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
- May 4, 2010Introduced in House
- May 4, 2010Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Subjects
Assigned by the Library of Congress. Policy area: Armed Forces and National Security.
Text 1
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- May 4, 2010Introduced in House
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