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Health Care for Military Families Exposed to Toxic Substances.

This bill aims to extend Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care coverage to military family members and other individuals who lived or worked at locations known for toxic exposure, where veterans already receive presumptive coverage. This provides crucial medical services for specific illnesses linked to those sites. However, individuals must first exhaust all private insurance and third-party claims before VA coverage applies.
Key points
Extends VA health care eligibility to family members and civilians exposed to toxins at military sites.
Coverage applies to specific illnesses for which veterans have a 'presumption of service-connection'.
Individuals must use all available private health insurance or third-party remedies before VA pays for care.
The provision of care is subject to the availability of funds appropriated by Congress.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6376
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2025-12-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting Military Families Exposed to Toxic Substances Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6376.

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 2025-12-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Extends VA health care eligibility to family members and civilians exposed to toxins at military sites.
  • Coverage applies to specific illnesses for which veterans have a 'presumption of service-connection'.
  • Individuals must use all available private health insurance or third-party remedies before VA pays for care.
  • The provision of care is subject to the availability of funds appropriated by Congress.
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. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

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 2025-12-31.

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