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NY A09645

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

3/4/2020

Primary Sponsor

Pamela Hunter

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Origin

Assembly

2019-2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Extends the deadline for filing lawsuits related to phenoxy herbicide exposure from June 16, 2020 to June 16, 2022
  • Applies to veterans who served in the U.S. armed forces in Indo-China between February 28, 1961 and May 7, 1975
  • Revives causes of action for injuries or deaths caused by contact with or exposure to phenoxy herbicides that would otherwise be barred by time limitations
  • Takes effect immediately upon enactment

Legislative Description

Extends from June 16, 2020 to June 16, 2022, revival of time barred causes of action for an injury or death caused by contact with or exposure to phenoxy herbicides for those persons serving as members of the armed forces in Indo-China from February 28, 1961 through May 7, 1975.

Last Action

REFERRED TO VETERANS, HOMELAND SECURITY AND MILITARY AFFAIRS

3/4/2020

Committee Referrals

Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs3/4/2020
Veterans' Affairs1/29/2020

Full Bill Text

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