Pipeline · Bill → Law
Step 1
Introduced
Nov 7, 2023
Step 2
Referred
Nov 7, 2023
the Judiciary
Step 3
Committee
Jun 4, 2024
Step 4
Senate
Jun 4, 2024
Passed Senate w/ Changes
Step 5
House floor
Moves to House
Step 6
Resolve Changes
Step 7
Signed
SummaryCRS Summary
This bill modifies procedural requirements for veterans who file judicial claims for compensation related to their exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987. Specifically, the bill requires veterans (or legal representatives of veterans) who file a judicial claim for compensation to sign a written acknowledgment indicating that they understand they may seek guidance and advice on any disability awards, payments, or benefits free of charge from their congressional representatives, veteran service organizations, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Timeline · 8 actions
Jun 7, 2024
Received in the House.
Jun 7, 2024
Held at the desk.
Jun 6, 2024
Message on Senate action sent to the House.
Jun 4, 2024
Senate Committee on the Judiciary discharged by Unanimous Consent.
Jun 4, 2024
Measure laid before Senate by unanimous consent.
Jun 4, 2024
Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.
Nov 7, 2023
Introduced in Senate
Nov 7, 2023
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.