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Transparency for Veterans' Toxic Exposure Illness Decisions.

This law mandates the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to be fully transparent in deciding which illnesses are automatically presumed to be service-connected due to toxic exposure. Veterans and the public will be able to track the status of conditions under review and actively submit comments and recommendations. This change aims to simplify the process for veterans seeking benefits by providing clear insight into how crucial health and financial decisions are made.
Key points
The VA must publish a public list of illnesses and veteran groups being considered for automatic recognition as service-connected due to toxic exposure.
Veterans and the public gain the right to comment and submit recommendations during the decision-making process.
The Act increases transparency by detailing the steps and planned timelines for each decision regarding presumptive conditions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3098
Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]
Process start date: 2025-11-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Presumptive CLARITY Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3098.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The VA must publish a public list of illnesses and veteran groups being considered for automatic recognition as service-connected due to toxic exposure.
  • Veterans and the public gain the right to comment and submit recommendations during the decision-making process.
  • The Act increases transparency by detailing the steps and planned timelines for each decision regarding presumptive conditions.
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 Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT].

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 2025-12-23.

CATEGORIES

Benefits Health