New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill AJR178

Introduced
5/16/24  

Caption

Urges US Department of Veterans Affairs to study use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for veterans.

Impact

The resolution highlights previous legislative efforts by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to incorporate HBOT as a treatment option for veterans with treatment-resistant PTSD. This suggests a recognition of the need for alternative therapies to address conditions that do not respond well to conventional treatments. The resolution further emphasizes that extensive studies should be carried out to determine the effectiveness of HBOT in improving the well-being of veterans who have served the nation.

Summary

AJR178 is a joint resolution introduced in the New Jersey State Legislature urging the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study on the efficacy of hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) as a treatment for veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI). This resolution recognizes the significant mental health challenges faced by veterans, with 23% suffering from PTSD at some point in their lives due to exposure to traumatic events during service, including combat and military accidents.

Contention

While AJR178 advocates for the study of HBOT, it brings attention to the ongoing debate regarding the best treatment modalities for PTSD among veterans. Critics may argue about the efficacy and safety of HBOT compared to established therapies, as well as the potential costs and resources involved in administering such treatments. The resolution therefore serves as a call for further investigation into experimental therapies as a viable option for veterans who have not benefitted from existing methods.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NJ AJR1

Urges the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to study the effectiveness and use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy for veterans. (BDR R-838)

NJ SJR010

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

NJ HCR40

A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION urging Kentucky's Congressional delegation to include Kentucky's Veterans Affairs Medical Centers into the Center for Compassionate Innovation, a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs pilot program enabling the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment for veterans with a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder.

NJ HCR105

Requests a study regarding hyperbaric oxygen therapy for veterans with traumatic brain injuries

NJ HCR3011

A concurrent resolution urging Congress to provide veterans with medical coverage for hyperbaric oxygenation therapy.

NJ HB72

TBI and PTSD Treatment Act This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to furnish hyperbaric oxygen therapy through a provider authorized by the Veterans Community Care Program to veterans who have a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder.

NJ SB135

AN ACT relating to hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

NJ HB105

TBI and PTSD Treatment Act This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to furnish hyperbaric oxygen therapy through a provider authorized by the Veterans Community Care Program to veterans who have a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder.

NJ HB259

Establishes a program to provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy to veterans with traumatic brain injuries (OR INCREASE SD EX See Note)

NJ HB3460

Relating to hyperbaric oxygen therapy; prescribing an effective date.

Similar Bills

MI HB5146

Military affairs: other; hyperbaric oxygen treatment pilot program; establish. Creates new act.

IN SB0206

Hyperbaric oxygen treatment program.

IN HB1120

Hyperbaric oxygen treatment program.

MI HR0119

A resolution to urge the United States Food and Drug Administration to facilitate FDA regulated research on hyperbaric oxygen therapy for the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

TX HB175

Relating to the establishment of the Veterans Recovery Pilot Program to provide certain veterans with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.

TX HB390

Relating to the establishment of the Veterans Recovery Program to provide certain veterans with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.

TX SB1075

Relating to the establishment of the Veterans Recovery Pilot Program to provide certain veterans with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.

TX HB271

Relating to the establishment of the Veterans Recovery Pilot Program to provide certain veterans with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.