To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a study and clinical trials on the effects of cannabis on certain health outcomes of veterans with chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder, and for other purposes.
Latest action (1 Oct 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
H.R. 10655, introduced by Representative Luis Correa, aims to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study and clinical trials. These trials would investigate the effects of cannabis on specific health outcomes for veterans experiencing chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder. The bill's title indicates this purpose.
The bill would primarily affect veterans who suffer from chronic pain and PTSD, and potentially researchers and healthcare providers involved in the study and trials. The study and clinical trials are intended to gather information on how cannabis might impact these health conditions in this population.
This bill has been introduced in the 119th Congress. As of its introduction on October 1, 2026, its status is "Introduced." Further legislative action, such as committee review and potential votes, would be required for the bill to advance. The full text of the bill is not yet publicly available.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on October 1, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10655 do?
- H.R. 10655, introduced by Representative Luis Correa, aims to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study and clinical trials. These trials would investigate the effects of cannabis on specific health outcomes for veterans experiencing chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder. The bill's title indicates this purpose. The bill would primarily affect veterans who suffer from chronic pain and PTSD, and potentially researchers and healthcare providers involved in the study and trials. The study and clinical trials are intended to gather information on how cannabis might impact these health conditions in this population. This bill has been introduced in the 119th Congress. As of its introduction on October 1, 2026, its status is "Introduced." Further legislative action, such as committee review and potential votes, would be required for the bill to advance. The full text of the bill is not yet publicly available.
- Has H.R. 10655 become law?
- Not yet. As of 1 Oct 2026, H.R. 10655 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10655?
- H.R. 10655 was sponsored by Rep. Luis Correa [D-CA46] (Democrat-CA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10655?
- Introduced (1 Oct 2026).
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