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To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range for purposes of the treatment of certain disabilities under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
4/15/2025, 8:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 1400
Bill 119 HR 1400, also known as the "Atomic Veterans Healthcare Parity Act," aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code to establish a presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range. This presumption would be used for the treatment of certain disabilities under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
The bill seeks to provide healthcare and disability benefits to veterans who were exposed to harmful substances during their service at the Nevada Test and Training Range. This includes veterans who participated in nuclear testing, as well as those who were stationed at the range and may have been exposed to radiation and other toxins.
By establishing a presumption of exposure, the bill aims to make it easier for these veterans to access the healthcare and benefits they need to address any disabilities or health issues that may have resulted from their exposure. This would help ensure that these veterans receive the support and care they deserve for their service to our country. In addition to providing healthcare and disability benefits, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the treatment of veterans who were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range. Overall, the Atomic Veterans Healthcare Parity Act seeks to address the needs of these veterans and ensure they receive the assistance they need for any health issues related to their service.
The bill seeks to provide healthcare and disability benefits to veterans who were exposed to harmful substances during their service at the Nevada Test and Training Range. This includes veterans who participated in nuclear testing, as well as those who were stationed at the range and may have been exposed to radiation and other toxins.
By establishing a presumption of exposure, the bill aims to make it easier for these veterans to access the healthcare and benefits they need to address any disabilities or health issues that may have resulted from their exposure. This would help ensure that these veterans receive the support and care they deserve for their service to our country. In addition to providing healthcare and disability benefits, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the treatment of veterans who were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range. Overall, the Atomic Veterans Healthcare Parity Act seeks to address the needs of these veterans and ensure they receive the assistance they need for any health issues related to their service.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1400
Bill HR 1400 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 18, 2025. Bill HR 1400 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 18, 2025. Bill HR 1400's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. as of March 21, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1400
Total Number of Sponsors
4Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
4Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
9Democrat Cosponsors
7Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1400
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1400
To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range for purposes of the treatment of certain disabilities under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range for purposes of the treatment of certain disabilities under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
Comments

Lainey Rao
465
10 months ago
I don't get why they wanna pass this bill, like, what's the point of it? How does it even help anyone? Who benefits from this? #confused #HRBill1400
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1400
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