Veterans SPORT Act

# Veterans SPORT Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Veterans SPORT Act would expand VA health benefits to cover specialized prosthetic limbs and devices designed specifically for sports and recreational activities. Currently, the VA provides prosthetics for daily living, but this bill would require them to also furnish athletic prosthetics—such as running blades or sport-specific artificial limbs—as part of standard medical services for eligible veterans. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects veterans with limb loss or limb differences who want to participate in sports and recreational activities.

It would require the Department of Veterans Affairs to cover these specialized prosthetics as a medical benefit, similar to how they currently cover prosthetics for everyday use. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R-Iowa) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House. No action has been taken since its introduction.