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Expanding Veterans’ Access to Emerging Treatments Act

USA119th CongressHR-7091| House 
| Updated: 2/2/2026
Jack Bergman

Jack Bergman

Republican Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (3)
J. Luis Correa (Democratic)Morgan Luttrell (Republican)Dan Crenshaw (Republican)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish an investigational research and extended access treatment program within 90 days of enactment. The program aims to address urgent unmet medical needs among veterans suffering from conditions such as chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and substance use disorders . It will explore the use of innovative treatments and emerging therapies , specifically listing substances like psilocybin, ketamine, and ibogaine, as well as investigational pharmaceutical candidates and medical devices. The VA may conduct clinical trials with veterans as participants and develop compassionate or extended access protocols to facilitate consideration and access to these therapies. The Secretary must establish a process for veterans to participate in these trials or access treatments, consistent with federal law governing investigational products and controlled substances. Furthermore, the bill requires a report within one year detailing designated clinics, expected participation, and findings, with the program subject to review and potential extension or termination after two years.

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Timeline
Jan 15, 2026
Introduced in House
Jan 15, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Feb 2, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • January 15, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • January 15, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • February 2, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Armed Forces and National Security

Expanding Veterans’ Access to Emerging Treatments Act

USA119th CongressHR-7091| House 
| Updated: 2/2/2026
This bill mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to establish an investigational research and extended access treatment program within 90 days of enactment. The program aims to address urgent unmet medical needs among veterans suffering from conditions such as chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and substance use disorders . It will explore the use of innovative treatments and emerging therapies , specifically listing substances like psilocybin, ketamine, and ibogaine, as well as investigational pharmaceutical candidates and medical devices. The VA may conduct clinical trials with veterans as participants and develop compassionate or extended access protocols to facilitate consideration and access to these therapies. The Secretary must establish a process for veterans to participate in these trials or access treatments, consistent with federal law governing investigational products and controlled substances. Furthermore, the bill requires a report within one year detailing designated clinics, expected participation, and findings, with the program subject to review and potential extension or termination after two years.

Bill Text Versions

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Timeline
Jan 15, 2026
Introduced in House
Jan 15, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Feb 2, 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
  • January 15, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • January 15, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.


  • February 2, 2026
    Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Jack Bergman

Jack Bergman

Republican Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (3)
J. Luis Correa (Democratic)Morgan Luttrell (Republican)Dan Crenshaw (Republican)

Health Subcommittee, Veterans' Affairs Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted