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HR 1014119th CongressIn Committee

Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2025

Introduced: Feb 5, 2025
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The Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2025 would amend title 10 of the U.S. Code to expand the periodic health assessments that the Department of Defense provides to service members. Starting in 2026, it requires that these annual assessments include a sports physical, an electrocardiogram (ECG), and specific blood work (a comprehensive metabolic panel and a complete blood count). Depending on need, thyroid function (TSH) and brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) tests may also be included. In addition, the assessment would include any tests or evaluations already required by law (such as certain NDAA 2020 requirements) and any other tests the Secretary of Defense deems appropriate. The bill is introduced as the “Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2025” and would be implemented through changes to the U.S. Code.

Key Points

  • 1Beginning in 2026, DoD must include an annual sports physical, ECG, and specified blood work (CMP and CBC) in periodic health assessments for armed forces members.
  • 2If necessary, the assessment would also include thyroid function (TSH) and a BNP test.
  • 3The assessments must also cover any tests or evaluations required by law (e.g., certain NDAA 2020 provisions) and may include any other tests or evaluations the Secretary of Defense determines appropriate.
  • 4The bill amends Title 10, U.S.C. by adding a new Section 1074p to formalize these requirements.
  • 5The bill is named after Specialist Joey Lenz, and as introduced, it has been referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Active-duty and other members of the armed forces who undergo periodic health assessments; DoD military medical systems and personnel responsible for administering these exams.Secondary group/area affected: DoD healthcare facilities and laboratories (equipment for ECGs, lab processing for CMP/CBC/TSH/BNP), and the budget/administrative processes needed to implement the expanded testing.Additional impacts:- Potential improvements in early identification of cardiovascular, metabolic, and thyroid-related issues, which could enhance medical readiness and long-term health outcomes.- Increased time, resources, and costs associated with annual health assessments; need for equipment, personnel training, and follow-up care for abnormal results.- Privacy and data management considerations related to expanded medical testing and health information for service members.- Administrative and logistical planning to align with existing NDAA requirements and potential future directives from the Secretary of Defense.
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