To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish blast safety officer positions in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Space Force.

This bill would require the Secretary of Defense to create blast safety officer positions in the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Space Force by September 30, 2026. These officers would monitor and reduce troops' exposure to blasts and pressure waves during live-fire and explosive training, and could stop an exercise if exposure goes above safe levels. They would also brief troops on health risks, oversee protective gear and wearable sensors, investigate incidents, keep exposure logs, and coordinate with health care providers and range safety staff. Each special mission unit would be assigned a blast safety officer, and officers would need training and a certification in blast safety.

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