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NY A08848

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/4/2012

Primary Sponsor

Robert Castelli

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Origin

Assembly

2011-2012 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Revives and extends time limitations for legal actions based on injuries or deaths caused by exposure to phenoxy herbicides during service in Indo-China between February 28, 1961 and May 7, 1975
  • Extends the deadline to commence lawsuits for such claims from June 16, 2012 to June 16, 2014
  • Applies to claims that would otherwise be barred due to expiration of the applicable statute of limitations
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Extends time limitations for certain actions arising from injury or death caused by contact with or exposure to phenoxy herbicides while serving as a member of the armed forces of the United States in Indo-China.

Last Action

referred to veterans' affairs

1/4/2012

Committee Referrals

Veterans' Affairs1/4/2012

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