H 3847
An Act recognizing and providing assistance for military service-related injuries from agent orange and burn pits
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Bill overview
This bill aimed to acknowledge and offer support to military veterans who believe they have suffered health issues linked to exposure to Agent Orange and burn pits during their service. It sought to establish a process for assessing and providing assistance to these veterans, addressing a significant concern within the veteran community. The legislation was intended to provide a pathway for veterans to receive the care and compensation they believe they are entitled to due to these exposures. Ultimately, the bill failed to pass in Massachusetts.
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Primary sponsor
Jessica Ann Giannino
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Jessica Ann Giannino
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