LEGISLATION/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.

119-HR-1400119th CongressIntroduced Feb 18, 2025Armed Forces and National Security
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Introduced
Committee
Floor Vote
Other Chamber
Signed
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

Sponsor

Rep. Amodei, Mark E. [R-NV-2](R-NV-2)
11 cosponsors

Summary

This bill establishes eligibility for certain disability compensation and benefits for individuals who served at the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR).

The bill establishes that onsite participation on or after January 1, 1972, and before January 1, 2005, at certain NTTR locations where there was a potential of toxic exposure is a radiation-risk activity, therefore providing a presumption of service-connection for specified conditions. The bill specifies the covered NTTR locations include a location at Indian Springs Auxiliary Airfield but do not include a location at Nellis Air Force Base or Creech Air Force Base.

The bill also establishes a presumption of toxic exposure for veterans who performed active service at such NTTR locations, including airspace above such locations. Additionally, lipomas and tumor related conditions must be considered as service-connected conditions for veterans who served at the NTTR locations.

Subjects

NevadaRadiationRadioactive wastes and releasesVeterans' pensions and compensation

Actions (4)

Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
Mar 21, 2025House committee actions
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Feb 18, 2025House floor actions
Introduced in House
Feb 18, 2025Library of Congress
Introduced in House
Feb 18, 2025Library of Congress