S. 2220Reported
Fighting for the Overlooked Recognition of Groups Operating in Toxic Test Environments in Nevada (FORGOTTEN) Veterans Act of 2025
Require expanded Defense Department toxic exposure records and establish presumptive veterans benefits for service at the Nevada Test and Training Range
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Require expanded Defense Department toxic exposure records and establish presumptive veterans benefits for service at the Nevada Test and Training Range
Key points
- Establish NTTR service presumptions
- Require toxic exposure documentation
- Expand exposure medical records
- Classify NTTR contamination sites
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Reported
Latest action
2026-03-18 — Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedArmed Forces and National SecurityCancerHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth information and medical recordsNevadaRadiationRadioactive wastes and releases