H.R.1400

To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range for purposes of the treatment of certain disabilities under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.

Introduced·2/18/25

Establishes a presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range for disability treatment.

This bill amends title 38, United States Code, to establish a presumption that certain veterans were exposed to radiation and other toxins at the Nevada Test and Training Range for purposes of the treatment of certain disabilities under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. The presumption applies to veterans who served at a covered location at the Nevada Test and Training Range, including Indian Springs Auxiliary Airfield, but not Nellis Air Force Base or Creech Air Force Base, between January 1, 1972, and January 1, 2005.

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Current
Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Committee
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History

Mar 21, 2025

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

Feb 18, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Feb 18, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.