Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2025

# Specialist Joey Lenz Act of 2025 - Plain Language Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would require the Department of Defense to expand health screenings for active-duty military members. Specifically, it would mandate that all service members receive annual health assessments that include a sports physical, an electrocardiogram (heart test), and specific blood work. Beyond annual checkups, the military would also be required to conduct periodic testing to check for exposure to burn pits (commonly found at military bases) and PFAS chemicals (industrial substances used in firefighting foam and other military applications). The DOD would have flexibility to add other health tests if deemed necessary. **Who it affects:** This bill directly impacts active-duty members of the U.S.

Armed Forces across all branches. The bill is named after Specialist Joey Lenz, suggesting it was motivated by health concerns affecting military personnel. **Current status:** The bill (HR 1014) was introduced in the 119th Congress by Rep. Morgan Luttrell (R-Texas) and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House.