HR 1055
103th Congress
House
Armed Forces and National Security
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Health
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Veterans' medical care
World War II
To direct the Secretary of Defense to issue a commendation to each individual exposed to mustard agents during World War II, and for other purposes.
Introduced: February 23, 1993
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In committee
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Passed House
Passed Senate
To President
Became law
Feb 10, 1994
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Feb 1, 1994
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H97)
Feb 25, 1993
Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
Feb 25, 1993
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Forces and Personnel.
Feb 23, 1993
Introduced in House
Feb 23, 1993
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Plain-English summary
Directs the Secretary of Defense to issue a commendation to each individual who was exposed to mustard agents in testing during World War II while serving in the armed forces. Requires the Secretary to: (1) notify each individual so exposed of possible health effects; and (2) make available to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs any information regarding such exposure.
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