H.R. 2996 · 112th Congress
Gulf War Syndrome `Presumptive Illness' Extension Act of 2011
- Stage
- In committee
- Sponsor
- Larry Kissell
- Introduced
- 2011-09-21
- Latest action
- 2012-06-06 · Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Summary
Gulf War Syndrome "Presumptive Illness" Extension Act of 2011 - Extends to December 31, 2018, the period of time following service in the Persian Gulf War or in Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, or New Dawn during which there is a presumption that certain chronic disabilities or illnesses that become manifest in former active-duty veterans are service-connected and therefore compensable through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).