Kevin Mullin

Congressman Keith Self (TX-03) and Congressman Kevin Mullin (CA-15) have launched the Veterans Hearing Aid Improvement Act. This legislation aims to "enhance access to over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids for veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)." The bill functions as a companion to S. 3739, introduced by Senators Blackburn and Schiff.

The proposed legislation establishes a two-year pilot initiative to assess FDA-cleared OTC hearing aids for veterans experiencing mild-to-moderate hearing loss. The proposal intends to "reduce wait times and costs associated with traditional audiology services within the VA." The initiative has received endorsements from organizations including the American Legion and AARP, which highlight its capacity to enhance veterans' living standards and streamline hearing care access.