A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve compensation for disabilities occurring in Persian Gulf War veterans, and for other purposes.

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Explore the details of Senate Bill 1039 A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve compensation for disabilities occurring in Persian Gulf War veterans, and for other purposes. 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, 1:47 PM

Congressional Summary of S 1039

This bill addresses disability compensation and care issues for Persian Gulf War veterans.

First, the bill expands eligibility for disability compensation from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to Persian Gulf War veterans who have a qualifying chronic disability that became manifest to any degree at any time.

Next, the VA must develop a Disability Benefits Questionnaire to be used by health care personnel to identify Gulf War illness if a Persian Gulf veteran presents with any one symptom associated with such illness.

The bill also expands who qualifies as a Persian Gulf veteran by including those who served in Afghanistan, Israel, Egypt, Turkey, Syria, or Jordan during the Persian Gulf War. Under current law, Persian Gulf veteran refers only to individuals who served on active duty during the Persian Gulf War in particular areas of the Arabian Peninsula.

Finally, the VA must ensure its health care personnel are appropriately trained to provide care to Persian Gulf veterans.

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Current Status of Bill S 1039

Bill S 1039 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 25, 2021. Bill S 1039 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the Senate on March 25, 2021. Bill S 1039's most recent activity was Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. as of April 28, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1039

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1039

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Armed Forces and National Security

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AfghanistanAsiaConflicts and warsDepartment of Veterans AffairsDisability assistanceEgyptEuropeHealth personnelIsraelJordanMedical tests and diagnostic methodsMiddle EastMilitary operations and strategySyriaTurkeyVeterans' medical careVeterans' pensions and compensation

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1039

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve compensation for disabilities occurring in Persian Gulf War veterans, and for other purposes.A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve compensation for disabilities occurring in Persian Gulf War veterans, and for other purposes.

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