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A resolution designating the month of October 2025 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressSRES-485| Senate 
| Updated: 11/5/2025
Jerry Moran

Jerry Moran

Republican Senator

Kansas

Cosponsors (2)
Bill Cassidy (Republican)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This resolution designates the month of October 2025 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month" to acknowledge the profound and persistent impact of toxic exposures on generations of veterans, military families, and even civilian workers. The history of these exposures spans over a century, from chemical warfare in World War I to Agent Orange in Vietnam, and burn pits in more recent conflicts, affecting individuals with a wide range of hazardous substances including radiation, contaminated water, and various chemicals. The resolution emphasizes that the health consequences extend beyond service members to their families, including children born with related medical conditions. The Senate recognizes significant legislative achievements such as the Agent Orange Act of 1991 and the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022 (PACT Act) , which expanded benefits and healthcare for veterans exposed to toxic substances. The resolution calls upon the Department of Defense to reinforce its commitment to preventing future toxic exposure incidents and encourages the public to observe the month by honoring sacrifices and promoting awareness of available resources. Furthermore, it urges the Department of Veterans Affairs to continue educating the public, advocating for affected individuals, supporting research, and improving clinical guidelines for veterans with toxic exposure-related conditions.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-932
A resolution designating the month of October 2024 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month".
Nov 5, 2025
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
Nov 5, 2025
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7929; text: CR S7928-7929)
Nov 5, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Nov 5, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-932
    A resolution designating the month of October 2024 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month".


  • November 5, 2025
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.


  • November 5, 2025
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7929; text: CR S7928-7929)


  • November 5, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • November 5, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.

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A resolution designating the month of October 2025 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month".

USA119th CongressSRES-485| Senate 
| Updated: 11/5/2025
This resolution designates the month of October 2025 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month" to acknowledge the profound and persistent impact of toxic exposures on generations of veterans, military families, and even civilian workers. The history of these exposures spans over a century, from chemical warfare in World War I to Agent Orange in Vietnam, and burn pits in more recent conflicts, affecting individuals with a wide range of hazardous substances including radiation, contaminated water, and various chemicals. The resolution emphasizes that the health consequences extend beyond service members to their families, including children born with related medical conditions. The Senate recognizes significant legislative achievements such as the Agent Orange Act of 1991 and the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2022 (PACT Act) , which expanded benefits and healthcare for veterans exposed to toxic substances. The resolution calls upon the Department of Defense to reinforce its commitment to preventing future toxic exposure incidents and encourages the public to observe the month by honoring sacrifices and promoting awareness of available resources. Furthermore, it urges the Department of Veterans Affairs to continue educating the public, advocating for affected individuals, supporting research, and improving clinical guidelines for veterans with toxic exposure-related conditions.
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Bill from Previous Congress

SRES 118-932
A resolution designating the month of October 2024 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month".
Nov 5, 2025
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
Nov 5, 2025
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7929; text: CR S7928-7929)
Nov 5, 2025
Introduced in Senate
Nov 5, 2025
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    SRES 118-932
    A resolution designating the month of October 2024 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month".


  • November 5, 2025
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.


  • November 5, 2025
    Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S7929; text: CR S7928-7929)


  • November 5, 2025
    Introduced in Senate


  • November 5, 2025
    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vote.
Jerry Moran

Jerry Moran

Republican Senator

Kansas

Cosponsors (2)
Bill Cassidy (Republican)Jacky Rosen (Democratic)

Armed Forces and National Security

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
Commemorative events and holidaysCongressional tributesHazardous wastes and toxic substancesHealth promotion and preventive careMilitary personnel and dependents