Agent Orange Service Medal Act

Bill 118 hr 1728, also known as the Agent Orange Service Medal Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to award a service medal to veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange during their military service in Vietnam.

Agent Orange was a herbicide used by the US military during the Vietnam War to clear vegetation. However, it was later discovered that exposure to Agent Orange could have serious health consequences, including various forms of cancer and other illnesses.

The Agent Orange Service Medal Act aims to recognize and honor the sacrifices made by veterans who were exposed to this harmful chemical. The medal would be awarded to any veteran who served in Vietnam between 1961 and 1975 and who can provide evidence of exposure to Agent Orange. This bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of acknowledging the service and sacrifices of these veterans. If passed, the Agent Orange Service Medal Act would provide long overdue recognition to those who served in Vietnam and were exposed to this toxic chemical. Overall, the Agent Orange Service Medal Act is a significant piece of legislation that seeks to honor and recognize the sacrifices made by veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange during their service in Vietnam.