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Introduced

In Committee

3

Passed One Chamber

4

Passed Both

5

Signed into Law

Sponsor

Rashida Tlaib

Democrat · MI · Representative

Votes with party: 93.5% (538 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/T000481

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (16)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

Latest Action

The most recent step in the bill's legislative path. Committee Activity below shows referrals and reports; the full action-by-action history including floor proceedings lives at Congress.gov →

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1764)

2025-04-30

Source: Congress.gov

Committee Activity

Currently in

House Committee on Veterans' AffairsReferred To · 2025-04-28
House Committee on Energy and CommerceReferred To · 2025-04-28

Plain-English Summary

This bill would provide benefits and healthcare support to veterans and their families who were exposed to Agent Orange, a toxic chemical used during the Vietnam War that has caused serious health problems decades later. The legislation likely expands eligibility for medical treatment, disability compensation, or other assistance for affected veterans and their descendants who suffer from conditions linked to Agent Orange exposure. The bill aims to address long-term health consequences that veterans continue to face from this chemical exposure.

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Subjects

Armed Forces and National Security

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