U.S. Army Settles Class Action Lawsuit on Burn Pit Disabilities

On March 6, 2026, the U.S. Army settled Smoke et al. v. Driscoll, agreeing to recognize burn pit-related disabilities as combat-related for PACT Act veterans denied tax exemptions, with reviews of pos

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U.S. Army Settles Class Action Lawsuit on Burn Pit Disabilities

On March 6, 2026, the U.S. Army settled Smoke et al. v. Driscoll, agreeing to recognize burn pit-related disabilities as combat-related for PACT Act veterans denied tax exemptions, with reviews of post-2022 discharges to issue revised determinations within six months.

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