Identical to S 870, filed on 4/28/26.

Includes whereas clauses. Directs HBOT 4 HEROES to provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy at no-cost to eligible veterans in NC who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) diagnosis. Requires treatment be delivered through a structured program as specified and pursuant to state law addressing TBI and PTSD services for veterans.

Appropriates $3 million from the General Fund to the Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Use Services for 2026-27 to provide a directed grant to HBOT 4 HEROES for approximately 15,000 hyperbaric oxygen treatments delivered to 350 veterans. Requires funds to remain available until expended and limits their use to treatment services, program administration, and required reporting.

Directs HBOT 4 HEROES to report to the specified NCGA committee and division by June 30, 2027, on the provision of treatment to veterans. Specifies required content.

Effective July 1, 2026.