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The PACT Act added Guam and American Samoa (and their territorial waters) as recognized herbicide locations, covering service members at bases such as Andersen AFB during the qualifying window.
Sources: VA.gov exposure
Service on Guam or American Samoa (or their territorial waters) in this window is an Agent Orange presumptive exposure, so the Agent Orange presumptive conditions apply.
See the full Agent Orange / Herbicidespresumptive conditions →With qualifying service and a current diagnosis of one of these, the VA presumes the service connection. You still file a claim.
Source: VA.gov. Presumptive eligibility changes as new laws take effect and depends on your specific service; confirm current eligibility with the Exposure Checker or a free VSO.
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