House Bill 8506
116th Congress(2019-2020)
TEAM Act of 2020
Introduced
Introduced in House on Oct 2, 2020
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
The primary form of legislative measure used to propose law. Depending on the chamber of origin, bills begin with a designation of either H.R. or S. Joint resolution is another form of legislative measure used to propose law.
Bill Number
8506
Congress
116
Policy Area
Armed Forces and National Security
Armed Forces and National Security
Primary focus of measure is military operations and spending, facilities, procurement and weapons, personnel, intelligence; strategic materials; war and emergency powers; veterans’ issues. Measures concerning alliances and collective security, arms sales and military assistance, or arms control may fall under International Affairs policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Toxic Exposure in the American Military Act of 2020 or the TEAM Act of 2020
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to address health care, research, and resources for veterans who were exposed to burn pits or toxic substances during their military service, including by expanding eligibility for VA hospital care, medical services, and nursing home care for such veterans.
October 2, 2020
10/02/2020
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
10/02/2020
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Jan 11, 2023 1:44:35 PM