Senate passes law to aid veterans exposed to toxic chemicals
Clip: 8/3/2022 | 8m 36sVideo has Closed Captions
After a long battle, veterans celebrate PACT Act's passage. But the war goes on for many
After a week of delay and debate in Congress, President Biden on Monday will sign legislation that makes it easier for veterans to get VA benefits after becoming sick from exposure to toxins in war zones. But it has been a very long and frustrating road for veterans. Nick Schifrin looks at the PACT Act and the families who have paid a heavy price.
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Senate passes law to aid veterans exposed to toxic chemicals
Clip: 8/3/2022 | 8m 36sVideo has Closed Captions
After a week of delay and debate in Congress, President Biden on Monday will sign legislation that makes it easier for veterans to get VA benefits after becoming sick from exposure to toxins in war zones. But it has been a very long and frustrating road for veterans. Nick Schifrin looks at the PACT Act and the families who have paid a heavy price.
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