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ACR 146

Memorializes President and Congress to expand certain benefits to grandchildren of veterans impacted by Agent Orange.

2026-2027 Regular Session Introduced by Aura Dunn

NJ memorializes federal leaders to expand Agent Orange-related benefits to veterans' grandchildren.

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee
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Bill Summary · ACR 146

ACR 146 (Session 222) — New Jersey: Memorializes President and Congress to expand certain benefits to grandchildren of veterans impacted by Agent Orange

Overview

  • Jurisdiction: New Jersey
  • Type: Concurrent Resolution (ACR)
  • Session: 222
  • Sponsor: Co-sponsor Aura Dunn
  • Status: Not specified in the provided text (text appears to be a memorial resolution)

Purpose and Intent

  • ACR 146 seeks to memorialize (urge or request) the President of the United States and the United States Congress to take action regarding benefits for a specific group: the grandchildren of veterans who were affected by Agent Orange.
  • The resolution is a formal expression of the New Jersey Legislature’s support for expanding federal benefits to this demographic, rather than establishing or creating benefits at the state level.

Key Provisions and Provisions/Changes

  • Expresses support for expansion of benefits: The core directive is a request to federal authorities to broaden eligibility or improve benefits related to Agent Orange exposure, specifically extending consideration to the grandchildren of veterans.
  • Calls for action at the federal level: Encourages the President and Congress to consider policy changes or legislation that would extend recognition, compensation, health care, or related benefits to this group.
  • Non-binding, ceremonial effect: As a memorial/resolution, it typically does not enact law or allocate state funds. Its effect is to articulate the Legislature’s stance and to advocate for federal action.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Primary beneficiaries referenced: Grandchildren of veterans who were impacted by Agent Orange exposure (likely those with health impacts or who fall within expanded eligibility proposals).
  • Indirectly affected groups: Veterans and families connected to Agent Orange exposure may gain attention and potential federal consideration for expanded programs.
  • State role: The New Jersey Legislature expresses support and intent to influence federal policy, without creating new state-level entitlements.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

  • Referral and consideration: As a concurrent resolution, it would typically proceed through the normal legislative process in New Jersey (committee review, floor votes) and, if passed, be transmitted to federal officials or channels as a formal request or statement of policy.
  • Federal action timeframe: No specific deadline is stated in the summary; any potential impact depends on subsequent federal legislative or executive actions.
  • Effective date: Being a memorial resolution, it would take effect upon enactment by the New Jersey Legislature (if adopted) and is primarily symbolic with respect to federal policy.

Contextual Notes

  • Agent Orange exposure historically led to health concerns for veterans. Debates around expanded benefits often involve eligibility criteria, medical criteria for a broader set of descendants, and funding considerations for federal programs.
  • The bill’s emphasis on grandchildren highlights a trajectory in considerating extended familial generations in addressing the impacts of veteran exposure.

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Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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