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Commemorating New Mexico Communities Affected by Radioactive Fallout

This act aims to honor New Mexico communities that suffered from radioactive fallout after the first atomic bomb detonation. Within one year, three commemorative plaques will be obtained and placed in publicly accessible locations to acknowledge the long-term health issues, including cancer and infertility, faced by these communities.
Key points
Commemorating New Mexico communities that experienced adverse health effects from radioactive fallout after the first atomic bomb explosion.
Placement of three commemorative plaques at publicly accessible locations: White Sands Missile Range, Holloman Air Force Base, and White Sands National Park.
Plaques will serve as a reminder of the suffering and health problems, such as cancer and infertility, resulting from radioactive fallout exposure.
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Print number: 119_HR_4290
Sponsor: Rep. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2]
Process start date: 2025-07-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Downwinder Commemoration Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4290.

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 2025-07-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Commemorating New Mexico communities that experienced adverse health effects from radioactive fallout after the first atomic bomb explosion.
  • Placement of three commemorative plaques at publicly accessible locations: White Sands Missile Range, Holloman Air Force Base, and White Sands National Park.
  • Plaques will serve as a reminder of the suffering and health problems, such as cancer and infertility, resulting from radioactive fallout exposure.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Vasquez, Gabe [D-NM-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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