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S. 522

Wounded Warrior Workforce Enhancement Act

Wounded Warrior Workforce Enhancement Act - Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to award grants to eligible institutions to: (1) establish a master's or doctoral degree program in orthotics and prosthetics, or (2) expand upon an existing master's degree program in such area. Requires a grant priority for institutions in partnership with a medical center administered by the VA or a facility administered by the Department of Defense (DOD). Provides grant amounts of at least $1 million and up to $1.5 million. Defines as eligible institutions those either accredited by the National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education or demonstrating an ability to meet such accreditation requirements if receiving a grant.

Requires the Secretary to award a grant to an institution with orthotic and prosthetic research and education experience to: (1) establish the Center of Excellence in Orthotic and Prosthetic Education; and (2) improve orthotic and prosthetic outcomes for veterans, members of the Armed Forces, and civilians by conducting orthotic and prosthetic-based research.

Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 113-203.

Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL](D-IL)Sponsor
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  • Introduced in SenateMar 11, 2013
  1. Committee

    Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 113-203.

  2. IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S1597-1598)

  3. IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Wounded Warrior Workforce Enhancement Act — Informed