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Introduced
06/11/2021
06/11/2021
In Committee
09/07/2021
09/07/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for a presumption of toxic exposure for certain veterans who, while serving in the Armed Forces, were consistently exposed to jet fuel, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the William Collins Jet Fuel Exposure Recognition Act, amends Title 38 of the United States Code to establish a presumption that any veteran who served in a military occupation involving consistent exposure to jet fuel for at least two years was exposed to toxic substances, chemicals, and airborne hazards during their service. This presumption would apply when these veterans submit claims for service-connected disabilities related to jet fuel exposure. The bill also requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit biennial reports to Congress on the health effects of different jet fuels, the symptoms of jet fuel exposure, safety measures implemented by the military, and areas where new research is needed. The findings of these reports must be considered by the Secretary when evaluating claims from veterans exposed to jet fuel.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (6)
Abigail Spanberger (D)*,
Don Bacon (R),
Ruben Gallego (D),
Ro Khanna (D),
Kweisi Mfume (D),
Dutch Ruppersberger (D),
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (on 09/07/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/3852/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr3852/BILLS-117hr3852ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr3852/BILLS-117hr3852ih.pdf.pdf |
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