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This bill, known as the PILOT (Preventing and Identifying Lasting Operational TBI) Act, directs the Secretary of Defense to submit a comprehensive report to congressional defense committees within 180 days of enactment regarding traumatic brain injuries (TBI) among active-duty military pilots. The report must include a study examining the extent to which pilots experience brain injuries from cumulative effects of high-stress activities like high-speed maneuvers and catapult launches. Specifically, the report must outline current Department of Defense policies for identifying, documenting, and treating mild, moderate, and severe TBIs among pilots, develop a strategy for improving TBI detection and treatment, and provide recommendations for potential regulatory and legislative actions to address challenges in managing pilot brain health. Traumatic brain injury refers to damage to the brain caused by a sudden, violent movement or impact, which can have significant short-term and long-term health consequences for military personnel exposed to repetitive physical stresses during their service.

Military Affairs and Security

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