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A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report on the status and timeline for completion of the redesigned Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry 2.0.
7/10/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4624
Bill 118 s 4624, also known as the "Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry 2.0 Report Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to hold the Secretary of Veterans Affairs accountable for the completion of the redesigned Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry 2.0. This registry is a tool used to track and monitor the health effects of exposure to burn pits and other airborne hazards during military service.
The bill requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report to Congress detailing the current status and timeline for the completion of the redesigned registry. This report will provide important information on the progress being made to improve the registry and ensure that it is effectively capturing data on the health impacts of exposure to burn pits and other hazards.
By requiring this report, the bill seeks to ensure transparency and accountability in the management of the registry, and to ensure that veterans who have been exposed to these hazards receive the care and support they need. This legislation is an important step towards addressing the health concerns of veterans who have been affected by exposure to burn pits and other airborne hazards during their military service.
The bill requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report to Congress detailing the current status and timeline for the completion of the redesigned registry. This report will provide important information on the progress being made to improve the registry and ensure that it is effectively capturing data on the health impacts of exposure to burn pits and other hazards.
By requiring this report, the bill seeks to ensure transparency and accountability in the management of the registry, and to ensure that veterans who have been exposed to these hazards receive the care and support they need. This legislation is an important step towards addressing the health concerns of veterans who have been affected by exposure to burn pits and other airborne hazards during their military service.
Current Status of Bill S 4624
Bill S 4624 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 20, 2024. Bill S 4624 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on June 20, 2024.  Bill S 4624's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. as of June 20, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4624
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 4624
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4624
A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report on the status and timeline for completion of the redesigned Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry 2.0.
A bill to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit a report on the status and timeline for completion of the redesigned Airborne Hazards and Open Burn Pit Registry 2.0.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 4624
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