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Veterans Registry: Updating Cause of Death

New regulations allow veterans' families or designated individuals to add information about the cause of death to the burn pit registry. This aims to better understand the impact of toxic fumes on veterans' health and lives, which may help in future healthcare and benefits decisions.
Key points
Ability for next of kin or designated individuals to add cause of death to the registry.
Facilitating data collection on the health impact of toxic burn pits on veterans.
Supporting veterans' families in documenting health history.
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Print number: 118_HR_2472
Sponsor: Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25]
Process start date: 2023-04-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Burn Pit Registry Enhancement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2472.

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 2023-04-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ability for next of kin or designated individuals to add cause of death to the registry.
  • Facilitating data collection on the health impact of toxic burn pits on veterans.
  • Supporting veterans' families in documenting health history.
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. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25].

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 2025-12-24.

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