HR 11996 · 94th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

A bill to allow certain individuals who were given or administered a drug as part of an experiment to bring an action for damages against the United States.

Introduced 1976-02-19· Sponsored by Rep. Udall, Morris K. [D-AZ-2]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to House Committee on the Judiciary.(1976-02-19)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Allows an individual given or administered a drug in connection with an experiment conducted by or at the direction of the United States, while such individual was a member of the Armed Forces, to bring an action for damages if such experiment was conducted on or after January 1, 1945, but prior to the date of enactment of this Act. Grants U.S. district courts jurisdiction over such claims. Defines "drug" and "Armed Forces" for purposes of this Act.…

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Cosponsors (20)

20 Democrats