Comprehensive and Overdue Support for Troops of War Act of 2021

3/13/2024, 2:23 AM

Comprehensive and Overdue Support for Troops of War Act of 2021 or the COST of War Act of 2021

This bill addresses health care and the presumption of service-connection for certain conditions in veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during service in the Armed Forces.

Congress
117
Number
S - 3003
Introduced on
2021-10-19
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

10/19/2021
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Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Comprehensive and Overdue Support for Troops of War Act of 2021 or the COST of War Act of 2021

This bill addresses health care and the presumption of service-connection for certain conditions in veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during service in the Armed Forces.

Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedAn original bill to improve health care and benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances, and for other purposes.
Policy Areas
Armed Forces and National Security
Potential Impact
Hazardous wastes and toxic substances•
Veterans' pensions and compensation

Comments

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Recent Activity

Latest Summary8/7/2023

Comprehensive and Overdue Support for Troops of War Act of 2021 or the COST of War Act of 2021

This bill addresses health care and the presumption of service-connection for certain conditions in veterans who were exposed t...

Latest Action10/19/2021
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 145.