Bill · H.R. 2149· House(119-HR-2149)

Correcting Guam’s History in the PACT Act

Age: 64 years

Guam

Introduced: 3/14/2025
Last activity: 3/14/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Sponsored by: James Moylan
Cosponsors: - 8 - 28

Armed Forces and National Security

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the ``Correcting Guam's History in the PACT Act'', aims to amend title 38 of the United States Code. It focuses on expanding eligibility for a presumption of service connection for specific diseases. These diseases are associated with exposure to certain herbicide agents. The changes specifically target certain veterans who served in Guam. The amendment changes how service in Guam is defined regarding specific dates.

Yes· 3 of 4

Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+8
The bill directly benefits veterans who served in Guam by expanding health benefit eligibility.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+7
Veterans qualifying for these benefits are likely to be in older age demographics.
Does this help veterans get medical care?+7
The bill expands healthcare benefits for veterans by establishing a presumption of service connection for herbicide-related diseases.