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US HB1400
Bill
Status
2/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mark Amodei
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AI Summary
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Establishes a presumption of radiation exposure for veterans who participated in development, construction, operation, or maintenance of military installations at the Nevada Test and Training Range between January 1, 1972, and January 1, 2005
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Creates a presumption of toxic exposure for veterans who performed active military service at covered locations within the Nevada Test and Training Range during the same 1972-2005 timeframe
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Defines "covered location" to include the Nevada Test and Training Range and Indian Springs Auxiliary Airfield, but explicitly excludes Nellis Air Force Base and Creech Air Force Base
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Adds lipomas and tumor-related conditions to the list of presumptive service-connected disabilities for veterans covered under the toxic exposure provisions
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Amends Title 38 of the U.S. Code sections 1112, 1119, and 1120 to implement these new presumptions for VA disability benefits
Legislative Description
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.
Armed forces and national security
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
3/21/2025