Agent Orange Extension Act of 2015

Hozzl · 2023-01-11T13:30:16Z

Explore the details of House Bill 3423 Agent Orange Extension Act of 2015 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Armed Forces and National Security. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/11/2023, 1:30 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 3423

Agent Orange Extension Act of 2015

This bill extends for two years the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) presumption of service connection for diseases associated with exposure to certain herbicides, including Agent Orange, with respect to veterans who served in the Republic of Vietnam between January 9, 1962, and May 7, 1975.

The Agent Orange Act of 1991 is amended to extend for two years the authority of the VA to enter into an agreement with the National Academy of Sciences to evaluate the scientific evidence regarding associations between diseases and exposure to dioxin and other chemical compounds in herbicides, including the association between exposure to a herbicide used in U.S. and allied military operations in the Republic of Vietnam during the Vietnam era and each disease suspected to be associated with such exposure.

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Current Status of Bill HR 3423

Bill HR 3423 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 29, 2015. Bill HR 3423 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on July 29, 2015. Bill HR 3423's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of August 6, 2015

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3423

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Armed Forces and National Security

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AsiaConflicts and warsHazardous wastes and toxic substancesMedical researchMilitary operations and strategyResearch administration and fundingVeterans' medical careVietnam

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3423

Agent Orange Extension Act of 2015To amend title 38, United States Code, and the Agent Orange Act of 1991 to extend the certain authorities of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs regarding associations between diseases and exposure to dioxin and other chemical compounds in herbicides.Agent Orange Extension Act of 2015

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