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Palomares Veterans Act of 2021
5/11/2023, 3:43 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2580
Bill 117 HR 2580, also known as the Palomares Veterans Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide benefits and support to veterans who were exposed to radiation during the 1966 Palomares B-52 crash in Spain.
The bill aims to ensure that these veterans receive the necessary medical care and compensation for any health issues that may have resulted from their exposure to radiation. It also seeks to establish a registry of individuals who were present at the crash site, in order to track their health outcomes and provide them with the support they need.
Additionally, the Palomares Veterans Act of 2021 includes provisions for outreach and education programs to inform veterans about the resources available to them and to raise awareness about the risks of radiation exposure. Overall, this bill is designed to honor and support the veterans who served their country and were affected by the Palomares B-52 crash, ensuring that they receive the care and assistance they deserve.
The bill aims to ensure that these veterans receive the necessary medical care and compensation for any health issues that may have resulted from their exposure to radiation. It also seeks to establish a registry of individuals who were present at the crash site, in order to track their health outcomes and provide them with the support they need.
Additionally, the Palomares Veterans Act of 2021 includes provisions for outreach and education programs to inform veterans about the resources available to them and to raise awareness about the risks of radiation exposure. Overall, this bill is designed to honor and support the veterans who served their country and were affected by the Palomares B-52 crash, ensuring that they receive the care and assistance they deserve.
Congressional Summary of HR 2580
Palomares Veterans Act of 2021
This bill includes veterans who participated in the cleanup of radioactive materials at Palomares, Spain, as radiation-exposed veterans for purposes of the Department of Veterans Affairs presumption of service-connection for specified cancers.
Under a presumption of service-connection, specific 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 2580
Bill HR 2580 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 15, 2021. Bill HR 2580 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 15, 2021. Bill HR 2580's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of July 14, 2021
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2580
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
8Democrat Cosponsors
6Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2580
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Accidents
- Aviation and airports
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Digestive and metabolic diseases
- Disability assistance
- Europe
- Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
- Military operations and strategy
- Neurological disorders
- Nuclear weapons
- Radiation
- Spain
- Veterans' medical care
- Veterans' pensions and compensation
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2580
Palomares Veterans Act of 2021
To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for a presumption of service connected disability for certain veterans who served in Palomares, Spain, and for other purposes.
Palomares Veterans Act of 2021
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2580
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