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Department of Defense Burn Pits Health Provider Training Act

This bill requires the Department of Defense to train its medical providers on the potential health effects of burn pits, which are areas used for burning solid waste in open air without equipment.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2021-07-09IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on Armed Services.House floor actions
2021-07-09IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Armed Forces and National Security
Related Subjects
  • Air quality
  • Employment and training programs
  • Fires
  • Hazardous wastes and toxic substances
  • Medical education
  • Military education and training
  • Military medicine
  • Solid waste and recycling
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