A Salute and Thank You to Veterans
Doyle Dennis Avery LLP extends a salute and thank you to veterans.
Uncovered Docs Confirm KBR Knew Soldiers Exposed to Dangerous Levels of Sodium Dichromate
Documents now uncovered in the lawsuit by several soldiers against Kellog, Brown and Root (KBR) show that KBR managers were aware of alarming blood and urine test results of site personnel subject to “significant exposure” to sodium dichromate.
In Light of KBR and Qarmat Ali, U.S. Congress to Consider Forcing Greater Military Transparency
On May 25, 2011, United States Representatives from Oregon spearheaded an amendment to the House Defense Authorization bill in an effort to creat greater transparency in government contracting.
US Congress Calls for Report on Qarmat Ali
On June 17, 2011, United States Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia (D), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, introduced a provision in the Defense Authorization bill to immediately finalize a report on the hazardous situation at the Qarmat Ali Water Treatment Facility, an installation under the oversight of defense contractor KBR.
Congress Passes Bill Requiring Disclosure of Military Contractor Immunity
Earlier this week, Congress passed a new defense approprations bill. Included is a key amendment designed to promote greater transparency in the government’s dealings with military contractors.