To direct the Secretary of Defense to develop a strategy to treat obesity as a disease and reduce the prevalence of obesity in certain Armed Forces, and for other purposes.

Bill 119 hr 1978, also known as the "Military Obesity Prevention Act," aims to address the issue of obesity within the Armed Forces. The bill directs the Secretary of Defense to develop a comprehensive strategy to treat obesity as a disease and reduce its prevalence among military personnel.

The strategy outlined in the bill will focus on implementing evidence-based interventions to promote healthy eating habits, increase physical activity, and provide support for weight management. It also calls for the development of policies to ensure that military personnel have access to nutritious food options and opportunities for physical fitness.

Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of Defense to report to Congress on the progress of the obesity prevention strategy and its impact on the health and readiness of military personnel. The goal of the bill is to improve the overall health and well-being of service members and reduce the financial burden of obesity-related healthcare costs within the Armed Forces. Overall, Bill 119 hr 1978 seeks to address the growing issue of obesity within the military by treating it as a disease and implementing targeted interventions to reduce its prevalence among service members.