HR 6005 United States House · 119th Congress

Molly R. Loomis Research for Descendants of Toxic Exposed Veterans Act of 2025

This bill mandates federal research into health conditions affecting descendants of veterans exposed to toxins during military service, with a specific focus on descendants of veterans who served in Operation Ranch Hand (a Vietnam War unit exposed to Agent Orange). It requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study collecting biological samples, health records, and surveys from these descendants to analyze genetic factors, birth defects, and preventative measures linked to toxic exposures. The study must produce a report detailing findings on correlations between exposure and health outcomes, including genetic markers and environmental factors. The research aims to inform future health policies but does not provide direct benefits or compensation to affected individuals.
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Nov 2025
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Introduced Nov 10, 2025 Last action Jan 29, 2026
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Jan 29, 2026
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Nov 10, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Nov 10, 2025
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