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Toxic Exposure Education for Servicemembers Act of 2023
6/6/2025, 2:17 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2469
The bill titled "Toxic Exposure Education for Servicemembers Act of 2023" was introduced in the 118th Congress on April 3, 2023. The bill aims to enhance education on toxic exposure for members of the armed services, with specific provisions related to educating servicemembers on the risks and potential impacts of exposure to harmful substances. The bill includes directives to develop educational programs and materials to raise awareness among servicemembers. Further information on specific actions proposed by the bill may be found in the official PDF version available at https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hr2469/BILLS-118hr2469ih.pdf.
Congressional Summary of HR 2469
Toxic Exposure Education for Servicemembers Act of 2023
This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to establish a new risk assessment for toxic exposure for members of the Armed Forces who are assigned to work near burn pits (i.e., areas used for burning solid waste in open air without equipment). DOD must also establish an outreach program to inform such members regarding toxic exposure.
Additionally, DOD must publish on its website a list of resources for members and veterans who experienced toxic exposure while serving as a member of the Armed Forces, dependents and caregivers of such members and veterans, and survivors of such members and veterans who received death benefits.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2469
Bill HR 2469 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 3, 2023. Bill HR 2469 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 3, 2023. Bill HR 2469's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of April 3, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2469
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2469
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2469
Toxic Exposure Education for Servicemembers Act of 2023
Toxic Exposure Education for Servicemembers Act of 2023
To direct the Secretary of Defense to establish an outreach program to inform members of the Armed Forces, assigned to work near burn pits, of the risks of toxic exposure, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2469
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