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Military Family Limb Loss Support Act

USA119th CongressHR-9413| House 
| Updated: 6/23/2026
Grace Meng

Grace Meng

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)

Armed Services Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to establish the Military Family Limb Loss and Limb Difference Support Program , beginning in fiscal year 2028, to augment holistic rehabilitative care for military family members and other eligible beneficiaries experiencing limb loss or dysfunction. The program will provide essential services including peer mentorship and family support , education on limb loss care, community reintegration assistance, and coordination of nonclinical resources. The Secretary is authorized to partner with experienced organizations to deliver these services, supporting pediatric, military, and veteran populations. An implementation plan must be submitted to Congress within 180 days, detailing partner selection, estimated costs, staffing, and performance metrics, while also integrating with military health system research. Annual reports for four years are mandated, providing data on beneficiaries, services, identified gaps, and recommendations for improving support for affected military families.
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Timeline
Jun 23, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 23, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • June 23, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 23, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-4784: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

Military Family Limb Loss Support Act

USA119th CongressHR-9413| House 
| Updated: 6/23/2026
This bill directs the Secretary of Defense to establish the Military Family Limb Loss and Limb Difference Support Program , beginning in fiscal year 2028, to augment holistic rehabilitative care for military family members and other eligible beneficiaries experiencing limb loss or dysfunction. The program will provide essential services including peer mentorship and family support , education on limb loss care, community reintegration assistance, and coordination of nonclinical resources. The Secretary is authorized to partner with experienced organizations to deliver these services, supporting pediatric, military, and veteran populations. An implementation plan must be submitted to Congress within 180 days, detailing partner selection, estimated costs, staffing, and performance metrics, while also integrating with military health system research. Annual reports for four years are mandated, providing data on beneficiaries, services, identified gaps, and recommendations for improving support for affected military families.
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Timeline
Jun 23, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 23, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
  • June 23, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 23, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Grace Meng

Grace Meng

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)

Armed Services Committee

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Bills

  • S 119-4784: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted