Bills · HR 3183
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3183Health personnelMedical research
SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act of 2025
INTRO MAY 5· LAST ACTION MAY 20
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenFalls are a serious health concern, particularly for older adults and individuals with certain health conditions, often leading to severe injuries, loss of independence, and substantial healthcare costs. For veterans, who may face unique physical and mental health challenges or service-connected disabilities, the risk of falls can be even higher. This bill directly addresses this issue by creating a central authority within the VA to focus specifically on preventing falls.
If this bill becomes law, it means a more coordinated, standardized, and proactive approach to falls prevention for veterans. Instead of scattered efforts, there would be a dedicated office to ensure consistent best practices, promote research into effective solutions, and educate veterans and their families. Without this bill, falls prevention efforts within the VA might remain less centralized, potentially leading to varied quality of care and missed opportunities to reduce falls and related injuries among the veteran population.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes the Office of Falls Prevention within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
This creates a dedicated, centralized entity within the VA specifically focused on preventing falls among veterans.
PROVISION 02
Requires the Office to develop and implement standards of care for falls prevention and monitor for deficiencies across VA medical facilities and home support programs.
This ensures consistent, high-quality falls prevention practices are applied throughout the VA system and identifies areas for improvement.
PROVISION 03
Mandates a national public education campaign for veterans, their families, and healthcare providers about reducing fall risks and available VA services.
This increases awareness and empowers veterans and their support networks with knowledge to actively prevent falls and utilize VA resources.
PROVISION 04
Directs the Chief Officer to collaborate with the VA's Office of Research and Development and the National Institute on Aging (NIA) to develop evidence-based falls prevention research, including medication management and home modifications.
This promotes scientific understanding and the development of effective, tailored prevention strategies for veterans.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 9
D· Illinois
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
19
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 66%
DEM 6 REP 3 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
6 EVENTSMAY 20
Committee Hearings Held
MAR 18
Committee Hearings Held
MAR 18
Committee Hearings Held
MAY 5
Introduced in House
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3183
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 5, 2025
Last actionMay 20, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 5, 2025
House BillHR 3183Health personnelMedical research
SAFE STEPS for Veterans Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAY 5, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 20, 2026
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READING
12 min
COSPONSORS
9
COMPLEXITY
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