What does Preamble of TREAT PTSD VA Act do?

This bill directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish stellate ganglion blocks to veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder. The bill is referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

What does SHORT TITLE. of TREAT PTSD VA Act do?

This bill is formally titled the ``Treatment and Relief through Emerging and Accessible Therapy for PTSD VA Act'' or the ``TREAT PTSD VA Act''.

What does PROVISION OF STELLATE GANGLION BLOCK TO VETERANS WITH POST- of TREAT PTSD VA Act do?

This section amends subchapter II of chapter 17 of title 38, United States Code, by adding a new section regarding stellate ganglion block for veterans. The Secretary is required to furnish stellate ganglion block to veterans enrolled in the patient enrollment system who have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. Veterans must elect to receive stellate ganglion block after being informed of the risks and benefits by a qualified health care provider. The Secretary may provide stellate ganglion block through Department medical facilities or through health care providers specified in section 1703(c) of this title.

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TREAT PTSD VA Act

Last updated: 5/12/2026 · Introduced: 5/12/2026

Author: Scott Perry (R-PA)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide stellate ganglion blocks to enrolled veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Veterans must consent to receiving stellate ganglion blocks after being informed of the potential risks and benefits.
The VA may administer stellate ganglion blocks either within its own medical facilities or through external healthcare providers.

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