Ingredients In agent Orange

(Netscape users need Quick time)

These songs were written by Dane Brown, a Former Marine Vietnam Combat Veteran.....If you THINK you have ever experienced Raw Emotion, then think again !!! Read what some of his listeners are saying............http://cdbaby.com/cd/o127g

"Never Again Will One Generation of Veterans Abandon Another"

"Proud Americans"

2nd Battalion, 32nd Field Artillery, Sev. Battery, Tay Ninh and Cu Chi
August 15, 1966 through August 13, 1967.

RESEARCH ON AGENT ORANGE/DIOXIN EFFECTS (AO-1-03)

ISSUE: Research into human health effects of exposure to the ingredients in Agent Orange/Dioxin and other herbicides and toxic chemicals used in Vietnam needs to continue in order to provide for the most complete understanding of these effects.

BACKGROUND: While numerous scientific studies have revealed significant harmful effects of exposure to the ingredients of Agent Orange/Dioxin as well as other herbicides and toxic substances on humans and animals, continued research is needed to fully understand the entire range of the possible effects of such exposure. The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) review of scientific information indicated there are a number of studies that need replication in order to reach a scientifically accepted standard of significant association. VVA believes there needs to be a large-scale study of the effects on Vietnam veterans and their children and that other studies of positively exposed groups are needed to add to knowledge on this issue. One critical component of such studies must be the effects on the children of Vietnam veterans and other exposed individuals.

ISSUE: Research into human health effects of exposure to the ingredients in Agent Orange/Dioxin and other herbicides and toxic chemicals used in Vietnam needs to continue in order to provide for the most complete understanding of these effects.

THIS RESOLUTION AMENDS (AO-1-01)

RESOLVED, THAT: Vietnam Veterans of America, in light of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) reports, demands that the US. Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) and other appropriate federal agencies initiate and support an independent comprehensive health study on veterans and their children, which includes determination of the delayed effects of exposure to the ingredients in Agent Orange / Dioxin and other toxic chemicals used primarily in Vietnam, this research which bases its decisions on scientifically accepted standards, i.e.: Standard Mortality Ratios (SMRs) determines significant associations for diseases currently recognized by the DVA as related to herbicide exposure to assist all veterans and families. The DVA must go beyond the SMRs and start to utilize and recognize Standard Incident measurements when determining significant associations of all diseases. In addition, VVA supports and encourages valid, independent, on-site, scientific research in Southeast Asia to ascertain the delayed effects of exposure to Agent Orange/Dioxin and other herbicides and toxic substances used during the Vietnam War. VVA supports and encourages continuing scientific research in communities, industries, and hazardous waste sites in the United States where workers and residents have been exposed to toxic substances similar to those used in Southeast Asia, and further supports studies of the delayed effects of exposure.

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT: In accordance with motion 8 passed at VVA January 2002 National Board of Directors meeting which charges this committee with reviewing of its relevant Resolutions and determining an expenditure estimate required to implement the Resolution, presented for consideration at the 2003 National Convention; this committee submits that implementation of the foregoing resolution shall consist of telephone calls, letters, emails, and faxes by the National Office staff and various committee members to advocate for the VVA position, costing VVA less than $100.

AGENT ORANGE/DIOXIN CHILDREN'S REGISTRY; RECOGNIZING THE

CONNECTION BETWEEN DIOXIN & LEARNING DISABLED CHILDREN (AO-2-03)

ISSUE: Many veterans, having been exposed to Agent Orange/Dioxin during their military service or else where; subsequently, have become parents of children who may be physically or developmentally impaired as a result of such exposure (e.g., spina bifida). Currently, there is no mechanism in place to monitor these children to establish patterns of physical or developmental impairments for purposes of ascertaining the effects of Agent Orange/Dioxin exposure on the parents of these children. It is also evident, from the scientific literature, that those of our children with a Learning Disabilities diagnosis lack the proper treatment and education needed to ultimately become productive members of society. And, because of parental exposure to Dioxins during the Vietnam era, studies have shown a marked increase in the number of children with learning disabilities. In particular, such evidence has shown a proportionally higher number of veterans` offspring are affected than those of non-veterans.
BACKGROUND: It would contribute significantly to the information available on the effects of exposure to Agent Orange/Dioxin on the children of exposed veterans if a data registry system were developed. Furthermore, the development and maintenance of a national register / data bank of these children must include mechanisms that protect the privacy of these children and their families.

THIS RESOLUTION AMENDS AND COMBINES (AO-2-01) AND (AO-15-01)

RESOLVED, THAT: Vietnam Veterans of America calls upon the U.S. Congress and the Department of Veterans Affairs to recognize the work already done by the BIRTH DEFECT RESEARCH FOR CHILDREN (BDRC) ORGANIZATION, formerly the Association of Birth Defect Children. BDRC should continue to register the children of Agent Orange! Dioxin-exposed veterans for the purpose of identification of any possible link age between parental exposure and the health problems of such children. Furthermore, VVA supports BDRC in its continuing research of present and future generations of Agent Orange/Dioxin-exposed children. Furthermore, that VVA:

Strongly urge chapters and state councils to educate their members on the cause and effect of exposure of the veteran. In addition, it should include the effect this exposure has had or
could have on their children and grandchildren. Strongly urge that VVA request that the Congress enact legislation that will mandate that the Department of Veterans Affairs or related agencies assist or compensate affected children.

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT: In accordance with motion 8 passed at VVA January 2002 National Board of Directors meeting which charges this committee with reviewing of its relevant Resolutions and determining an expenditure estimate required to implement the Resolution, presented for consideration at the 2003 National Convention; this committee submits that implementation of the foregoing Resolution shall consist of telephone calls, letters, emails, and faxes by the National Office staff and various committee members to advocate for the VVA position, costing VVA less than $100.

STATE AGENT ORANGE/DIOXIN PROGRAMS (AO-3-03)

ISSUE: State-funded Agent Orange/Dioxin programs have significantly contributed to the scientific knowledge about Agent Orange/Dioxin. Over the past few years, many of these programs have ceased to exist because of either the lack of sufficient financial resources and/or lack of interest.

BACKGROUND: Since the early 1980s, a number of states initiated, most often through the advocacy of Vietnam veterans, state-sponsored Agent Orange/Dioxin programs. Some of these programs, Massachusetts and New Jersey in particular, engaged in research programs, which substantially contributed to the scientific information concerning Agent Orange/Dioxin exposure. Others have had extensive education programs for veterans and health care providers. Over the past few years, many of these programs have felt the pinch of the fiscal constraint and seen their funding severely decreased or stopped.

THIS RESOLUTION AMENDS (AO-3-01)

RESOLVED THAT: Vietnam Veterans of America, supports the continuation of relevant state Agent Orange/Dioxin programs and encourages state legislators to assist in the full resolution of the Agent Orange/Dioxin issue by supporting state-funded research and education programs.

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT: In accordance with motion 8 passed at VVA January 2002 National Board of Directors meeting which charges this committee with reviewing of its relevant Resolutions and determining an expenditure estimate required to implement the Resolution, presented for consideration at the 2003 National Convention; this committee submits that implementation of the Resolution shall consist of telephone calls, letters, emails, and faxes by the National Office staff and various committee members to advocate for the WA position, costing VVA less than $100.

VVA AGENT ORANGE/DIOXIN GUIDE (AO-4-95)

ISSUE: New research, new Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) regulations, and new legislation have, over the years, increased the knowledge about, and access to services for veterans regarding Agent Orange/Dioxin exposure. Veterans and veterans advocates need to have timely and accurate information to address their concerns and those affected veterans and their families.

BACKGROUND: Vietnam Veterans of America has printed a number of editions of the highly regarded VVA Guide on Agent Orange. Copies have been provided to all WA chapters and state councils, VVA service representatives, congressional offices, and veterans and their families and more recently has purchased and distributed the National Veterans Legal Services Programs (NVLSP) "Self-Help Guide on Agent Orange." Through the use of this guide, VVA members have become the most knowledgeable group of veterans on this issue and have used this knowledge to advocate for successful legislative and regulatory initiatives.

RESOLVED, THAT: Vietnam Veterans of America mandates biennial revision and distribution of the 1 Guide on Agent Orange and encourages the periodic update of the NVLSP "Self-Help Guide on Agent Orange."

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT: In accordance with motion 8 passed at VVA January 2002 National Board of Directors meeting which charges this committee with reviewing of its relevant Resolutions and determining an expenditure estimate required to implement the Resolution, presented for consideration at the 2003 National Convention; this committee submits that implementation of the foregoing Resolution shall consist of an annual order of the NVLSP "Self-Help Guide on Agent Orange" by the committee for distribution, which is requested in the committee’s annual budget submission, costing VVA approximately $6,000.

ASSURE PROPER IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGENT ORANGE ACT OF 1991 (AO-5-03)

ISSUE: While the legislation enacted on February 6, 1991, PL 102-04, represents legitimate progress toward a long-term resolution of the Agent Orange/Dioxin issue, success of the statute relies heavily upon the panel assembled by the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) and upon the willingness of the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) to accept its recommendations.

BACKGROUND: Under the circumstances, the proper execution of the law’s intent requires careful monitoring of both the DVA and the NAS in order to assure that the NAS panel maintains scientific objectivity and that the DVA implements any clinical recommendations of the NAS.

THIS RESOLUTION AMENDS (AO-5-01)

RESOLVED, THAT: Vietnam Veterans of America will monitor the make-up of the NAS or any other contracted panel to assure its integrity as intended by law and will take all steps necessary to promote remedial legislation or other action as needed.

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT: In accordance with motion 8 passed at VVA January 2002 National Board of Directors meeting which charges this committee with reviewing of its relevant Resolutions and determining an expenditure estimate required to implement the Resolution, presented for consideration at the 2003 National Convention; this committee submits that implementation of the foregoing Resolution shall consist of telephone calls, letters, emails, and faxes by the National Office staff and various committee members to advocate for the VVA position, costing VVA less than $100.

DIOXIN DISPOSAL METHODS (AO-6-03)

ISSUE: Disposal and storage of Dioxin-contaminated materials and sediments can have a direct health impact on all citizens of this country

BACKGROUND: Ocean dumping of contaminated materials can directly impact on the food chain, leading to ingestion of food products containing Dioxin. In addition, unrestricted disposal of Dioxin-contaminated materials in landfills can affect ground water reservoirs and aquifers. Incineration of these materials may result in release into the atmosphere of potentially hazardous substances. Proper and safe disposal must be used in dealing with Dioxins. VVA must remain knowledgeable about the science of dioxin-contaminated sediments and supports necessary research to guarantee minimal health risks to the community

THIS RESOLUTION AMENDS (AO-7-03)

RESOLVED, THAT: Vietnam Veterans of America opposes ocean dumping of Dioxin-contaminated materials and calls for immediate termination of EPA-approved dumping permits. VVA supports research on existing methods of disposal or storage of Dioxin-contaminated sediments and stands ready to work with all concerned scientific and ecological groups to ensure proper disposal or storage of these contaminated sediments.

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT: In accordance with motion 8 passed at VVA January 2002 National Board of Directors meeting which charges this committee with reviewing of its relevant Resolutions and determining an expenditure estimate required to implement the Resolution, presented for consideration at the 2003 National Convention, this committee submits that implementation of the foregoing Resolution shall consist of telephone calls, letters, emails, and faxes by the National Office staff and various committee members to advocate for the VVA position, costing VVA less than $100.

CHILDREN’S HEALTH CARE (AO-7-03)

ISSUE: Health care, compensation, and education has been awarded to the children of veterans who have spina bifida as a result of their parents’ exposure to Agent Orange/Dioxin and other toxic chemicals while in military service. However, there are more birth defects that are associated with this exposure.

BACKGROUND: New studies are now showing a wide variety of birth defects in the children of civilians and veterans who were exposed to Agent Orange/Dioxin.

RESOLVED, THAT: Vietnam Veterans of America supports a comprehensive health-care and special needs program and compensation to assist Vietnam veterans` children and subsequent generations who have birth defects, deficiencies, or disabilities reasonably associated with parental exposure to Agent Orange/Dioxin and other toxic chemicals while in military service.

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT: In accordance with motion 8 passed at VVA January 2002 National Board of Directors meeting which charges this committee with reviewing of its relevant Resolutions and determining an expenditure estimate required to implement the Resolution, presented for consideration at the 2003 National Convention; this committee submits that implementation of the foregoing Resolution shall consist of telephone calls, letters, emails, and faxes by the National Office staff and various committee members to advocate for the VVA position, costing VVA less than $100.

AGENT ORANGE/DIOXIN NETWORK (AO-8-95)

ISSUE: Although Vietnam veterans have information available to them on Agent Orange/Dioxin, they lack the immediate help and support that could be achieved through a veterans` Agent Orange/Dioxin network. We need more expansion and development of the net work because of the releases of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) reports.

BACKGROUND: Vietnam veterans and their families are frustrated over the lack of immediate information on Agent Orange/Dioxin. The DVA has not cooperated in the dissemination of timely and accurate information. Veterans and their families need to know that there is immediate help and information for this intensely human problem. This includes the personal support that affected veterans can receive from other veterans through a network.

RESOLVED, THAT: Vietnam Veterans of America directs that the national Agent Orange/Dioxin Committee, under the direction of the National Agent Orange/Dioxin chair, shall:

1. Hold biennial Agent Orange/Dioxin symposium in conjunction with the National Leadership Conference. Chapter and State Council Agent Orange/Dioxin committee chairpersons and any other interested parties may and are encouraged to attend, for the purpose of:

a. Continuing the development of national pro grams of direct and/or referral services;

b. Continuing and enhancing an interstate and intrastate networking model of information and support services; and

c. Continuing the development and implementation of questionnaires for the purpose of recording and measuring the past and current health status of VVA members, their spouses, their children, and their grandchildren.

2. Require the National Board of Directors to maintain budget allocations for the aforementioned activities.

3. Actively promote and expand the Agent Orange/Dioxin network.

FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT: In accordance with motion 8 passed at VVA January 2002 National Board of Directors meeting which charges this committee with reviewing of its relevant Resolutions and determining an expenditure estimate required to implement the Resolution, presented for consideration at the 2003 National Convention; this committee submits that implementation of the foregoing Resolution shall consist of an annual committee budget submission, costing VVA approximately $16,000 each fiscal year.

http://www.lewispublishing.com/orange.htm