Blast Exposure Protection Act of 2020

House Bill 5739 - Blast Exposure Protection Act of 2020: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 5739 Blast Exposure Protection Act of 2020 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.

2/8/2022, 11:17 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 5739

Blast Exposure Protection Act of 2020

This bill establishes a Department of Veterans Affairs presumption of service-connection for a veteran's injury or illness associated with a blast exposure during active military, naval, or air service in spite of there being no record of the injury or illness during a period of service. Under a presumption of service-connection, specific diseases or disabilities diagnosed in certain veterans are presumed to have been caused by the circumstances of their military service. Health care benefits and disability compensation may then be awarded.

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Current Status of Bill HR 5739

Bill HR 5739 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 30, 2020. Bill HR 5739 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on January 30, 2020. Bill HR 5739's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of February 7, 2020

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 5739

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 5739

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Potential Impact Areas

- Disability assistance

- Veterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 5739

Blast Exposure Protection Act of 2020

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a presumption of service-connection of disabilities relating to blast exposures with respect to disability compensation payments by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.

Blast Exposure Protection Act of 2020