Agent Orange Act of 1991

The Agent Orange Act of 1991 is a U.S. law that addresses the health effects of Agent Orange, a toxic herbicide used during the Vietnam War. The act acknowledges that veterans exposed to Agent Orange may suffer from specific illnesses. It mandates that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provide benefits to veterans who develop conditions linked to this exposure, such as certain cancers and diabetes. The law also directs the VA to review medical research and update the list of conditions linked to Agent Orange exposure, ensuring that affected veterans receive appropriate care and compensation.