Bill 118 hr 9039, also known as the Molly R. Loomis Research for Descendants of Toxic Exposed Veterans Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The bill is named after Molly R. Loo...
mis, a veteran who was exposed to toxic substances during her service in the military.
The main purpose of this bill is to provide funding for research into the health effects of toxic exposure on the descendants of veterans who were exposed to harmful substances during their service. The bill aims to better understand the long-term health impacts on the children and grandchildren of these veterans, and to provide support and resources for those who may be affected.
If passed, the bill would allocate funding for research grants to institutions and organizations that specialize in studying the health effects of toxic exposure. It would also require the Department of Veterans Affairs to collect and analyze data on the health outcomes of descendants of toxic exposed veterans, in order to better understand and address any potential health risks.
Overall, the Molly R. Loomis Research for Descendants of Toxic Exposed Veterans Act of 2024 seeks to improve the health and well-being of the descendants of veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their military service. It represents a bipartisan effort to support and care for those who may be impacted by the legacy of toxic exposure.