Some veterans who served at the Pentagon after 9/11 would have an easier path to VA disability benefits. The bill treats listed illnesses as service-related, even if the illness was not recorded during military service.
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Susan E. Lukas 9/11 Servicemember Fairness Act is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Latest action on H.R. 5339: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects veterans who were on active duty at the Pentagon Reservation in the weeks after 9/11. It could also affect the VA, because the agency would have to apply the new presumption when deciding disability claims. Civilian employees and contractors are not included in the bill’s covered group.
Why this matters: Veterans may struggle to prove that an illness came from toxic exposure many years ago. This bill would shift that burden for a specific group of Pentagon 9/11 veterans. It could make claims faster and easier for some veterans, but the bill does not say how many people would qualify or how much it would cost.
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Officially: Susan E. Lukas 9/11 Servicemember Fairness Act
Some veterans who served at the Pentagon after 9/11 would have an easier path to VA disability benefits. The bill treats listed illnesses as service-related, even if the illness was not recorded during military service.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend HR5339. Modern Action explains what the bill does, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (10/1/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Susan E. Lukas 9/11 Servicemember Fairness Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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