S 1563
Janey Ensminger Act of 2019
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Bill overview
The Janey Ensminger Act of 2019 directs the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) to review scientific evidence regarding illnesses and conditions potentially linked to exposure to toxic substances at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Specifically, the bill requires ATSDR to categorize the strength of evidence connecting these exposures to specific illnesses and publish this information publicly. Furthermore, it expands access to VA healthcare for veterans and family members who have experienced these conditions, ensuring continued care regardless of the current categorization of the connection to Camp Lejeune exposure.
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Primary sponsor
Richard Burr
Cosponsors
Benjamin L. Cardin
Doug Jones
Jon Tester
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