Corrects eligibility for service connection presumption for Guam veterans exposed to herbicides.
The Correcting Guam’s History in the PACT Act amends title 38, United States Code, to expand eligibility for a presumption of service connection for diseases associated with exposure to certain herbicide agents for veterans who served in Guam. The bill modifies the eligibility period for Guam veterans, ensuring they are covered during the period from August 15, 1958, to July 31, 1980. This change aims to provide necessary benefits to affected veterans.
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