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On the recordApril 17, 2013
I believe that the VA should do more to inform veterans about the possible threats to their health from exposure to open burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Tom Udall
Democratic · New Mexico

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Tom Udall emphasizes the need for better communication from the VA regarding health threats from burn pits.

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