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NY S06623

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

4/18/2012

Primary Sponsor

Greg Ball

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Origin

Senate

2011-2012 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Extends the statute of limitations deadline for lawsuits involving injuries or deaths caused by exposure to phenoxy herbicides (including Agent Orange) during military service in Indo-China from February 28, 1961 through May 7, 1975
  • Changes the filing deadline from June 16, 2012 to June 16, 2014, giving plaintiffs an additional two years to initiate legal action
  • Revives causes of action that would otherwise be barred due to expiration of the applicable statute of limitations
  • Applies to all individuals who served as members of the armed forces of the United States during the specified Indo-China period and were exposed to phenoxy herbicides
  • 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

SUBSTITUTED BY A9104

6/11/2012

Committee Referrals

Veterans' Affairs4/18/2012
Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs3/6/2012

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