HR 2447 will provide for a presumption of service connection for illnesses associated with service in the Armed Forces in the Panama Canal Zone. It will close certain loopholes for those service members who have been previously denied VA benefits for illnesses connected with their service in the Panama Canal Zone. The PACT Act left these individuals out under the assumption that there was not Agent Orange used in this location. However, there is evidence to the contrary, and we are glad that it is being recognized. These veterans have been suffering and should be taken care of and fairly compensated for their exposure.
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