A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with a spinal cord injury or disorder and increase access to assistive technologies, and for other purposes.

Senate Bill

S. 3988

119th Congress

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with a spinal cord injury or disorder and increase access to assistive technologies, and for other purposes.

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Introduced:Mar 4, 2026

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Summary

This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide yearly preventative health checkups to veterans who have spinal cord injuries or disorders. It would also expand veterans' access to assistive technologies, which are devices and equipment that help people with disabilities perform daily tasks.

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Introduced3/4/2026

StatusRead twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with a spinal cord injury or disorder and increase access to assistive technologies, and for other purposes.

This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide yearly preventative health checkups to veterans who have spinal cord injuries or disorders. It would also expand veterans' access to assistive technologies, which are devices and equipment t

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This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide yearly preventative health checkups to veterans who have spinal cord injuries or disorders. It would also expand veterans' access to assistive technologies, which are devices and equipment that help people with disabilities perform daily tasks.

Bill Number: 3988
Introduced: 3/4/2026
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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Title: A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with a spinal cord injury or disorder and increase access to assistive technologies, and for other purposes.
Bill Number: 3988
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Introduced: 3/4/2026
Summary: This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide yearly preventative health checkups to veterans who have spinal cord injuries or disorders. It would also expand veterans' access to assistive technologies, which are devices and equipment that help people with disabilities perfor

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide yearly preventative health checkups to veterans who have spinal cord injuries or disorders. It would also expand veterans' access to assistive technologies, which are devices and equipment that help people with disabilities perform daily tasks.

Last updated: 3/6/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill would mandate annual preventative health evaluations specifically for veterans with spinal cord injuries or disorders.
It would increase access to assistive technologies for veterans, which includes devices like wheelchairs, communication aids, and other equipment that helps with daily living.
The changes would be made to Title 38 of the United States Code, which governs veterans' benefits and services.
The bill has been referred to the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs for consideration.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would directly affect veterans who have spinal cord injuries or disorders by ensuring they receive regular preventative care from the VA. By providing annual health evaluations and better access to assistive devices, the bill aims to help these veterans maintain their health and independence more effectively.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

3988, 119th Congress (2026). "A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to offer annual preventative health evaluations to veterans with a spinal cord injury or disorder and increase access to assistive technologies, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-s-3988

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