Takai Introduces "Atomic Veterans" Bill

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Today, Congressman Mark Takai (HI-01) introduced H.R. 3870, the Atomic Veterans Healthcare Parity Act, to provide for the treatment of veterans who participated in the cleanup of Enewetak Atoll on the Marshall Islands and are suffering from service-related illnesses due to radiation exposure.

"These men and women risked their lives in answering the call of duty to serve their country, and are suffering as a consequence. We as a nation need to take care of our veterans and I hope my colleagues will join me in supporting them and thanking them for their service. Let us honor the past generations and remember that once a soldier, always a soldier," Takai said.

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