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Counting Veterans' Cancer Act of 2023
3/12/2024, 6:49 PM
Summary of Bill S 1994
Bill 118 s 1994, also known as the Counting Veterans' Cancer Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to require the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct a study on the prevalence of cancer among veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their military service.
The bill specifically focuses on veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange, a herbicide used during the Vietnam War that has been linked to various types of cancer. The study mandated by the bill would aim to determine the number of veterans who have been diagnosed with cancer as a result of their exposure to toxic substances during their service.
Additionally, the bill seeks to ensure that veterans who have been diagnosed with cancer related to their military service receive the appropriate medical care and benefits from the VA. This includes access to specialized treatment for their specific type of cancer and assistance with navigating the VA healthcare system. Overall, the Counting Veterans' Cancer Act of 2023 aims to address the health needs of veterans who have been impacted by exposure to toxic substances during their military service, particularly focusing on those who have developed cancer as a result. The bill highlights the importance of providing comprehensive care and support for veterans who have sacrificed for their country.
The bill specifically focuses on veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange, a herbicide used during the Vietnam War that has been linked to various types of cancer. The study mandated by the bill would aim to determine the number of veterans who have been diagnosed with cancer as a result of their exposure to toxic substances during their service.
Additionally, the bill seeks to ensure that veterans who have been diagnosed with cancer related to their military service receive the appropriate medical care and benefits from the VA. This includes access to specialized treatment for their specific type of cancer and assistance with navigating the VA healthcare system. Overall, the Counting Veterans' Cancer Act of 2023 aims to address the health needs of veterans who have been impacted by exposure to toxic substances during their military service, particularly focusing on those who have developed cancer as a result. The bill highlights the importance of providing comprehensive care and support for veterans who have sacrificed for their country.
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Current Status of Bill S 1994
Bill S 1994 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 14, 2023. Bill S 1994 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 14, 2023. Bill S 1994's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of June 14, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1994
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1994
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 1994
Counting Veterans' Cancer Act of 2023
Counting Veterans' Cancer Act of 2023
A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to require medical facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs to share certain data with State cancer registries, and for other purposes.
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