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Burn Pit Registry Expansion Act

12/31/2022, 5:07 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4400

Bill 117 HR 4400, also known as the Burn Pit Registry Expansion Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to expand the current Burn Pit Registry, which was established to track and monitor the health effects of exposure to burn pits on military personnel and veterans.

The Burn Pit Registry was created in response to concerns about the health risks associated with exposure to burn pits, which are used to dispose of waste materials on military bases in Iraq and Afghanistan. The registry allows individuals who have been exposed to these burn pits to document their exposure and any resulting health issues.

The Burn Pit Registry Expansion Act seeks to expand the registry to include additional information, such as the location and duration of exposure to burn pits, as well as any health conditions that may have resulted from this exposure. This expansion will provide a more comprehensive understanding of the health effects of burn pit exposure and help to better support and care for affected individuals. Overall, the Burn Pit Registry Expansion Act aims to improve the tracking and monitoring of the health effects of burn pit exposure on military personnel and veterans, and to ensure that those who have been affected receive the necessary support and care.

Congressional Summary of HR 4400

Burn Pit Registry Expansion Act

This bill expands the scope of the Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry of the Department of Veterans Affairs by including burn pits located in Egypt and Syria under the definition of open burn pits. The registry allows certain veterans and service members to document their exposures and report health concerns related to exposure to toxic airborne chemicals and fumes caused by open burn pits (areas used for burning solid waste in open air without equipment) while serving in certain locations.

Current Status of Bill HR 4400

Bill HR 4400 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 9, 2021. Bill HR 4400 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 9, 2021.  Bill HR 4400's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of September 7, 2021

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4400

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
8
Democrat Cosponsors
6
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4400

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4400

To expand the scope of the Department of Veterans Affairs open burn pit registry.
Burn Pit Registry Expansion Act
Burn Pit Registry Expansion Act

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