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HR 1400119th CongressIntroduced
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: Oct 18, 2025
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
This bill establishes a presumption of radiation and toxin exposure for veterans who served at the Nevada Test and Training Range between 1972-2005, expanding VA benefits eligibility for related disabilities.
Key Points
- 1Adds Nevada Test and Training Range service to radiation-risk activities for VA benefits
- 2Covers service between January 1, 1972 and January 1, 2005
- 3Includes onsite participation in development, construction, operation, or maintenance
- 4Establishes service connection presumption for lipomas and tumor-related conditions
- 5Excludes Nellis Air Force Base and Creech Air Force Base from covered locations
- 6Includes Indian Springs Auxiliary Airfield as covered location
Impact Areas
Veterans Affairs benefits administrationNevada veterans exposed to radiation/toxinsVA healthcare systemMilitary environmental exposure claimsFederal veterans benefits law
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