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House Bill 8524
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Kenya Merritt Renewing our PACT Act of 2026
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on Apr 27, 2026
Overview
Text
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The bill extends healthcare benefits to federal employees exposed to toxic burn pits during foreign contingency operations, creating a presumption that certain diseases are employment-related. It defines eligible employees, establishes a list of diseases deemed employment-caused, and requires the Secretary of Labor to maintain and update this list. The amendments apply to compensation claims filed after enactment, and the Secretary of Labor must report on the Act's implementation progress within a year. This bill aims to address health concerns for federal workers exposed to toxic hazards, setting a framework for compensation and healthcare support.

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Introduced
Apr 27, 2026
Latest Action
Apr 27, 2026
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
8524
Congress
119
Policy Area
Government Operations and Politics
Government Operations and Politics
Primary focus of measure is government administration, including agency organization, contracting, facilities and property, information management and services; rulemaking and administrative law; elections and political activities; government employees and officials; Presidents; ethics and public participation; postal service. Measures concerning agency appropriations and the budget process may fall under Economics and Public Finance policy area.
Sponsorship by Party
Democrat
New Jersey
Republican
Pennsylvania
House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
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Text (1)
April 27, 2026
Actions (2)
04/27/2026
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
04/27/2026
Introduced in House
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H.R.8524 119 Kenya Merritt Renewing our PACT Act of 2026
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May 11, 2026 8:22:21 PM