A special citation was read aloud at the Utah State Capitol on Feb. 12, 2026, to honor Vietnam veterans who suffered health impacts from exposure to Agent Orange and similar chemical herbicides.
Honoring Vietnam Veterans
Representative Tyler Clancy delivered the recognition on the floor of the House of Representatives, an event attended by approximately two dozen veterans and their families, according to Davis County News.
Personal Impact of Exposure
The ceremony featured a speech by Joseph Vigil regarding how exposure to the toxic herbicide adversely affected his health and led to the premature death of his uncle.
Agent Orange Foundation Mission
The Utah Agent Orange Veterans Foundation, a Davis County nonprofit established in 2023, has been active in veteran advocacy. The organization, chaired by Larry Kerr, aims to build a monument for affected veterans and educate the public on the impact of toxic chemicals.
Advocacy efforts for the event included Hannah Turk, the foundation's vice president and cofounder, along with members of The Rivetin' Rosie’s Project.
Local Medical Services Available
In Southern Utah, Intermountain Health's Bryce Valley Clinic in Cannonville provides a range of medical services including family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatric care.
The clinic's staff includes providers such as Dr. Colin T. Marshall, Dr. Todd S. Mooney, Nurse Practitioner Timothy J. Marshall, and Dr. Mitchell R. Miller.
