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To direct the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study relating to obesity in the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.
3/24/2025, 1:33 PM
Summary of Bill HR 1977
Bill 119 hr 1977, also known as the "Military Obesity Study Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of obesity within the United States Armed Forces. The bill directs the Secretary of Defense to conduct a comprehensive study on the prevalence of obesity among military personnel, as well as the potential impact it may have on military readiness and overall health.
The study would also examine the factors contributing to obesity within the Armed Forces, such as diet, exercise habits, and access to healthy food options. Additionally, the bill calls for recommendations on how to address and prevent obesity among military members, including potential policy changes or interventions.
Overall, the goal of Bill 119 hr 1977 is to better understand and address the issue of obesity within the military in order to ensure that service members are healthy, fit, and ready to fulfill their duties effectively.
The study would also examine the factors contributing to obesity within the Armed Forces, such as diet, exercise habits, and access to healthy food options. Additionally, the bill calls for recommendations on how to address and prevent obesity among military members, including potential policy changes or interventions.
Overall, the goal of Bill 119 hr 1977 is to better understand and address the issue of obesity within the military in order to ensure that service members are healthy, fit, and ready to fulfill their duties effectively.
Congressional Summary of HR 1977
This bill requires the Defense Health Agency within the Department of Defense (DOD) to take actions to improve the transparency and frequency of military obesity reports.
The bill requires DOD to conduct studies and submit reports to Congress on
- the contribution of obesity to in-service injuries and medical discharges and annual costs to the Armed Forces associated with such obesity-related injuries and discharges,
- how it can transform its food procurement processes to procure healthier food that promotes better health outcomes, and
- issues relating to access to healthy foods for families of members of the Armed Forces.
Additionally, DOD must submit a report to Congress regarding the impact on national security readiness of the rising levels of obesity among active-duty members of the Armed Forces.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1977
Bill HR 1977 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 10, 2025. Bill HR 1977 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 10, 2025. Bill HR 1977's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of March 10, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1977
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1977
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1977
To direct the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study relating to obesity in the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.
To direct the Secretary of Defense to conduct a study relating to obesity in the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.
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