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Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act
12/15/2023, 4:05 PM
Summary of Bill S 378
Bill 118 s 378, also known as the Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the United States Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide healthcare coverage to veterans and their family members who were stationed at Camp Lejeune, a military base in North Carolina, and were exposed to contaminated drinking water.
The bill aims to ensure that these veterans and their families receive the necessary medical care and treatment for any health issues that may have resulted from their exposure to the contaminated water. This includes coverage for conditions such as cancer, neurological disorders, and other illnesses that have been linked to the toxic chemicals found in the water at Camp Lejeune.
The Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act is a bipartisan effort to support those who have served our country and have been affected by the environmental hazards at Camp Lejeune. It seeks to provide these veterans and their families with the healthcare benefits they need and deserve, in recognition of their sacrifices and service to our nation. Overall, this bill is an important step towards ensuring that those who have been impacted by the contamination at Camp Lejeune receive the care and support they need. It highlights the government's commitment to taking care of our veterans and their families, and addressing the health issues that have arisen as a result of their service.
The bill aims to ensure that these veterans and their families receive the necessary medical care and treatment for any health issues that may have resulted from their exposure to the contaminated water. This includes coverage for conditions such as cancer, neurological disorders, and other illnesses that have been linked to the toxic chemicals found in the water at Camp Lejeune.
The Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act is a bipartisan effort to support those who have served our country and have been affected by the environmental hazards at Camp Lejeune. It seeks to provide these veterans and their families with the healthcare benefits they need and deserve, in recognition of their sacrifices and service to our nation. Overall, this bill is an important step towards ensuring that those who have been impacted by the contamination at Camp Lejeune receive the care and support they need. It highlights the government's commitment to taking care of our veterans and their families, and addressing the health issues that have arisen as a result of their service.
Congressional Summary of S 378
Protect Camp Lejeune Victims Ensnared by Trial-lawyer's Scams Act or the Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act
This bill limits attorney's fees for claims involving individuals who were exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987.
Specifically, it caps attorney's fees at
- 12% of a payment made in an administrative claim, and
- 17% of a payment for a judgment rendered or a settlement entered in a judicial claim.
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Current Status of Bill S 378
Bill S 378 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2023. Bill S 378 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 9, 2023. Bill S 378's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 378
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
30Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
30Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 378
Primary Policy Focus
LawPotential Impact Areas
- Administrative remedies
- Civil actions and liability
- Congressional oversight
- Government information and archives
- Legal fees and court costs
- Military facilities and property
- North Carolina
- Veterans' pensions and compensation
- Water quality
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 378
Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act
Protect Camp Lejeune VETS Act
Protect Camp Lejeune Victims Ensnared by Trial-lawyer’s Scams Act
A bill to amend the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 to appropriately limit attorney's fees.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 378
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