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

Senate Resolution

S.Res. 485

119th Congress

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

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Voice Vo

Introduced:Nov 5, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Jerry Moran

R - KS

Cosponsors

2

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Summary

This resolution designates October 2025 as National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month, honoring veterans who faced toxic exposures during military service. It recognizes the historical impact of exposures from Agent Orange to burn pits, and commends the passage of the PACT Act which expanded healthcare eligibility for affected veterans.

Latest Action

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

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

This resolution designates October 2025 as National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month, honoring veterans who faced toxic exposures during military service. It recognizes the historical impact of exposures from Agent Orange to burn pits, and commends the passage of the PACT Act which expanded healthcare eligibility for affected veterans.

Last updated: 12/28/2025

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Designates October 2025 as National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month
Recognizes toxic exposures dating from World War I chemical warfare to modern burn pits
Honors veterans service organizations' advocacy for affected veterans
Acknowledges the PACT Act's expansion of benefits for toxic-exposed veterans
Encourages the VA to continue educating the public and reaching affected veterans

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

Veterans who experienced toxic exposures during military service, along with their families and survivors, are honored by this resolution. It raises public awareness about toxic exposure issues and encourages veterans to utilize available VA resources. The resolution has no legal force but serves as an official recognition of this important issue.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Armed Forces and National Security

Related Subjects

Commemorative events and holidays

Congressional tributes

Hazardous wastes and toxic substances

Health promotion and preventive care

Military personnel and dependents

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

485, 119th Congress (2025). "A resolution designating the month of October 2025 as "National Military Toxic Exposures Awareness Month".". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-sres-485