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Agent Orange Relief: Aid for Veterans, Vietnamese, and Their Families

This act aims to provide comprehensive medical, social, and environmental assistance to individuals affected by Agent Orange exposure in Vietnam, including veterans, Vietnamese people, and their descendants. This includes health support, housing, poverty reduction, and environmental cleanup. The changes are intended to facilitate access to benefits and care for a broader group of affected individuals.
Key points
Expansion of health benefits and support for veterans, Vietnamese, and Vietnamese-Americans, and their children affected by Agent Orange.
Financial and medical assistance for institutions in Vietnam caring for affected individuals, including rehabilitation and care programs.
Aid for home repair and poverty reduction for families affected by Agent Orange contamination in Vietnam.
Funding for the cleanup of contaminated areas in Vietnam, with a focus on former military bases.
Scientific research into the long-term effects of Agent Orange, including intergenerational impacts, and assessment of treatment effectiveness for veterans' children.
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Print number: 117_HR_3518
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Process start date: 2021-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Victims of Agent Orange Relief Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3518.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expansion of health benefits and support for veterans, Vietnamese, and Vietnamese-Americans, and their children affected by Agent Orange.
  • Financial and medical assistance for institutions in Vietnam caring for affected individuals, including rehabilitation and care programs.
  • Aid for home repair and poverty reduction for families affected by Agent Orange contamination in Vietnam.
  • Funding for the cleanup of contaminated areas in Vietnam, with a focus on former military bases.
  • Scientific research into the long-term effects of Agent Orange, including intergenerational impacts, and assessment of treatment effectiveness for veterans' children.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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