This resolution calls on the President and Congress of the United States to expand the benefits provided under the Agent Orange Benefits Act of 1996 to include grandchildren of veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange and are diagnosed with Spina Bifida. Spina Bifida is a serious spinal cord defect that can lead to lifelong medical challenges and disabilities. While the Act currently offers various forms of support, including financial assistance and healthcare services, it only extends to the children of affected veterans, leaving their grandchildren without necessary resources despite evidence suggesting they also suffer from elevated rates of this condition.

The resolution emphasizes the need for equitable support for these grandchildren, who face significant health and financial burdens due to Spina Bifida linked to their grandparents' military service. By expanding the benefits to include them, the resolution aims to alleviate the financial strain of medical costs and provide essential services such as counseling, education, and employment assistance. It asserts that the nation has a responsibility to support all descendants of veterans impacted by Agent Orange, recognizing their sacrifices and the ongoing effects of their service.