WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Congressman David G. Valadao
(CA-21) introduced bipartisan legislation in the House of
Representatives to expand benefits for Blue Water Navy Vietnam veterans.
Joined by lead cosponsors, Representatives Timothy J. Walz (D-MN),
Elise M. Stefanik (R-NY), and Joe Courtney (D-CT), H.R. 299, the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act
works to grant presumptive Agent Orange exposure status to U.S.
military personnel who served in the territorial seas of Vietnam during
the Vietnam War.
Author of the legislation, Congressman David G. Valadao stated, “Ensuring
our veterans have access to proper medical care is a small, yet
important, symbol of gratitude for their service, especially when their
medical conditions are a result of active service.” He continued, “I
am proud to introduce this legislation today, and as a member of the
House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, and Veterans
Affairs, I will continue to fight for the men and women of our Armed
Forces and for our selfless veterans.”
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