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NJ ACR99
NJ ACR99Memorializes President and Congress to expand certain benefits to grandchildren of veterans impacted by Agent Orange.
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Introduced
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This concurrent resolution memorializes the President and Congress to provide the grandchildren with Spina Bifida of veterans exposed to Agent Orange the same benefits as the children with Spina Bifida of veterans exposed to Agent Orange as provided by the "Agent Orange Benefits Act of 1996". Grandchildren of Vietnam and Korean War veterans who are negatively affected by their grandparent's service through the acquiring of diseases caused by Agent Orange such as Spinia Bifida will have limited support in managing the consequences of their illness unless provided the same benefits as the children of veterans with the same affliction. Spina Bifida is a life-long debilitating disease that can cause numerous serious health issues. The expansion of benefits to include grandchildren of these veterans will alleviate the financial burden of the disease and provide valuable services such as counseling, education, and employment services. The United States of America has greatly benefitted from the service of all veterans and owes its support to the grandchildren of veterans afflicted by diseases linked to military service.
AI Summary
This concurrent resolution memorializes the President and Congress to expand benefits for grandchildren of veterans exposed to Agent Orange, specifically those diagnosed with Spina Bifida. Agent Orange was a toxic herbicide used extensively during the Korean and Vietnam Wars, which has been linked to increased rates of Spina Bifida in veterans' descendants. The resolution highlights that while the "Agent Orange Benefits Act of 1996" currently provides monthly monetary allowances, vocational programs, counseling, employment services, and healthcare benefits to children of veterans with Spina Bifida, grandchildren are currently ineligible for these supports. The resolution argues that expanding these benefits would help alleviate the significant financial and medical burdens associated with Spina Bifida, a lifelong condition that can cause serious health issues like paralysis, mobility problems, and nerve damage. By requesting this expansion, the resolution seeks to provide additional support to families impacted by Agent Orange exposure across multiple generations, recognizing the ongoing consequences of veterans' military service.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 01/09/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/ACR99 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/ACR/99_I1.HTM |
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