Question:
I am also fighting with the VA to get glib on the presumptive list. I have not made any progress in 2 years now. I lost my husband in April of 2016 after being denied caretaker benefits among many other benefits that are available to Vietnam vets. My husband was a LERP and served 3 tours and was exposed numerous times to agent orange. I am located in Phoenix AZ and would appreciate any tips or help you can provide. Thank you.
Jim's Reply:
Having a new agent orange presumptive condition added to the presumptive list is nearly impossible. The VA Secretary is the one who can make such a thing happen and the current Secretary doesn't seem to be inclined to do anything of the sort. The Secretary has made it clear that he doesn't intend to award benefits to the Blue Water Navy folks who have waited so long and that makes me think there won't be any new conditions added to the list. If you wish to pursue this you should contact your Congressional representatives and get them on board.