Bill · H.R. 6005· House(119-HR-6005)
Molly R. Loomis Research for Descendants of Toxic Exposed Veterans Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 11/10/2025
- Last activity
- 1/29/2026 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- Sponsored by
- Debbie Dingell
- Cosponsors
- - 4 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Molly R. Loomis Research for Descendants of Toxic Exposed Veterans Act of 2025," amends existing law regarding toxic exposure. It directs the Interagency Working Group on Toxic Exposure to establish a task force to research the diagnosis and treatment of health conditions in descendants of toxic-exposed veterans. The bill also requires a publicly available website to share information and findings regarding these research activities. Additionally, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs is tasked with conducting a specific study on the biological descendants of veterans who served in Operation Ranch Hand. This study aims to assess rates of birth defects and developmental delays while identifying genetic factors and preventative measures.
Yes· 3 of 8
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+6
The bill provides a mechanism to better understand and address the health impacts passed down from veterans' toxic exposures.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+6
The bill directs research into health conditions and developmental delays specifically affecting the descendants of veterans exposed to toxins.
Would children be better off under this?+5
The study specifically aims to assess and mitigate rates of birth defects and developmental delays in descendants.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Research on Health Conditions of Descendants: The bill directs the establishment of an interagency task force to research the diagnosis and treatment of health conditions for descendants of toxic-exposed veterans (Section 2(a)(1) and Section 2(a)(3)(C)). This could help families understand the long-term health impacts of a veteran's service.
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Increased Transparency and Information: The bill requires the maintenance of a publicly available website containing information on activities, findings, and a review of data regarding associations between health conditions and toxic exposure risks (Section 2(a)(3)(2)). This allows the public to access evidence regarding these health risks.
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Specific Study on Operation Ranch Hand Descendants: The Secretary of Veterans Affairs will conduct a study on biological descendants of veterans from Operation Ranch Hand to assess rates of birth defects and developmental delays (Section 2(b)(1)(A)).
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Identification of Preventative Measures and Genetic Factors: The study on Operation Ranch Hand descendants is designed to identify genetic factors that may prevent certain health issues, causes of related outcomes, and preventative measures to mitigate risks (Section 2(b)(1)(B)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No specific negative impacts or burdens are mentioned in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+6Good For Children+5Good For People With Disabilities+4
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+6
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+5
- Healthcare
- Improves Healthcare Access+5
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+4
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- 8/27/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/30/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/21/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 4/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/29/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
- 11/10/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
- Introduced in House
Maggie GoodlanderDemocrat · New Hampshire
Seth MagazinerDemocrat · Rhode Island
John MannionDemocrat · New York
Hillary ScholtenDemocrat · Michigan