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October 2024 Designated as National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month

The Senate designates October 2024 as National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month to highlight the severe, long-term health consequences faced by veterans and their families due to toxic substances encountered during service. This resolution aims to boost public awareness, encourage veterans to utilize expanded benefits and healthcare resources (like those under the PACT Act), and push federal agencies to improve prevention and clinical care. Citizens are encouraged to support affected veterans and promote awareness of available VA resources.
Key points
Focuses national attention on health issues stemming from military toxic exposures (e.g., burn pits, Agent Orange, contaminated water).
Encourages the VA to actively reach out to veterans, offer screenings, and improve medical guidelines for toxic exposure care.
Calls on the Department of Defense to strengthen efforts to prevent future toxic exposure incidents among service members.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_SRES_932
Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS]
Process start date: 2024-12-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution designating the month of October 2024 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_SRES_932.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Focuses national attention on health issues stemming from military toxic exposures (e.g., burn pits, Agent Orange, contaminated water).
  • Encourages the VA to actively reach out to veterans, offer screenings, and improve medical guidelines for toxic exposure care.
  • Calls on the Department of Defense to strengthen efforts to prevent future toxic exposure incidents among service members.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Adopted.

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 Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S7099; text: CR S7109)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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