A Resolution designating the month of October 2026 as "Agent Orange Awareness Month" in Pennsylvania.
This Pennsylvania House Resolution designates October 2026 as "Agent Orange Awareness Month" to honor Vietnam War veterans who were exposed to herbicides like Agent Orange. The bill highlights the health risks faced by these service members, including those who served on ships in offshore waters known as Blue Water Navy Veterans. By officially recognizing this month, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the long-term health effects of herbicide exposure among veterans and their families.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 27, 2026
Last action May 27, 2026
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May 27, 2026
Committee
Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness
lower
1 primary · 24 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Rob Matzie
DDemocratic
Co
Ben Sanchez
DDemocratic
Co
Bob Freeman
DDemocratic
Co
Carol Hill-Evans
DDemocratic
Co
Charity Krupa
RRepublican
Co
Chris Pielli
DDemocratic
Co
Dan Williams
DDemocratic
Co
Dave Delloso
DDemocratic
Co
Ed Neilson
DDemocratic
Co
Eddie Pashinski
DDemocratic
Co
Jeanne McNeill
DDemocratic
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