arrow_back Back to App

Cancer Study for Aircrew Veterans: Linking Service Exposure to Illness.

This law mandates an independent study by the National Academies of Sciences to investigate cancer rates and mortality among former active duty military aircrew members (pilots, navigators, etc.). The goal is to identify specific chemical exposures during service in fixed-wing aircraft and determine if they are linked to various cancers. The findings will be crucial for future decisions regarding VA healthcare and disability benefits for affected veterans.
Key points
Requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to commission a comprehensive study on cancer prevalence among active duty fixed-wing aircraft aircrew veterans.
The study will identify specific occupational exposures (chemicals, agents) and review their association with over a dozen types of cancer.
The results will inform future policy, potentially making it easier for affected veterans to prove service connection for their illnesses and receive VA benefits.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_4111
Sponsor: Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]
Process start date: 2024-04-11
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-flash-latest
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ACES Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4111.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-04-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to commission a comprehensive study on cancer prevalence among active duty fixed-wing aircraft aircrew veterans.
  • The study will identify specific occupational exposures (chemicals, agents) and review their association with over a dozen types of cancer.
  • The results will inform future policy, potentially making it easier for affected veterans to prove service connection for their illnesses and receive VA benefits.
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 Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Health Benefits Security