SB 749 - Rupp, Scott
Requires that members of the National Guard be informed of the risks of depleted uranium and that certain veterans be informed of available federal treatment for exposure to depleted uranium
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
3989S.01I
Title
SB 749
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
Effective Date
August 28, 2010
Current Status
Second Read and Referred S Veterans' Affairs, Pensions and Urban Affairs Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 749 - This act requires that by October 1, 2010, the Adjutant General certify that members of the Missouri National Guard are informed of the possible health risks of exposure to depleted uranium.
Also, the Missouri Veterans Commission shall assist certain veterans and members of the Missouri National Guard, who served in the Persian Gulf War, or in a combat zone during Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom, in obtaining information on available federal treatment services for exposure to depleted uranium. No state funds shall be used for testing or treatment.
This act is similar to SB 533 (2009).
EMILY KALMER