What does Preamble of Agent Orange Service Medal Act do?

This bill aims to establish the Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 2, 2026.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Agent Orange Service Medal Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Agent Orange Service Medal Act.

What does ESTABLISHMENT OF THE AGENT ORANGE VETERANS SERVICE MEDAL. of Agent Orange Service Medal Act do?

This section establishes the Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal. The Secretary of Defense is responsible for designing and producing the medal. The medal is intended to honor veterans who receive compensation under specific sections of Title 38 of the United States Code related to Agent Orange exposure, or who are identified as Vietnam-era herbicide-exposed veterans. Veterans can request the medal from the Secretary of Defense after certification by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. The medal may also be issued to the next-of-kin of deceased veterans meeting the criteria. The Secretary of Defense will create and distribute an application for veterans and their next-of-kin to request the medal.

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Agent Orange Service Medal Act

Last updated: 4/2/2026 · Introduced: 4/2/2026

Author: Jefferson Van Drew (R-NJ)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes the Agent Orange Veterans Service Medal to honor veterans with Agent Orange-related compensation or herbicide exposure.
The Secretary of Defense will design, produce, and distribute applications for the medal, which can be requested by veterans or their next-of-kin.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will certify veterans meeting the criteria for eligibility to receive the medal.

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