benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances mainly for military burn pits during their service. we take you live now to the senate floor here on c-span2. .. the presiding officer: the senate will come to order. the chaplain dr. barry black will lead the senate in prayer. the chaplain: let us pray. eternal god, help us to so live that the generations to come will know of your mighty acts. today, give our lawmakers the singularity of heart to seek, find, and follow your will so that their legacy will be exemplary. lord, guide them in the path you have created, inspiring them with the potency of your powerful presence. may they trust you in times of adversity and prosperity, knowing that they will reap a productive harvest if they persevere. keep them from underestimating the power of your great name. we pray in the name of our redeemer. amen. the presiding officer: please join me in reciting the pledge of allegiance to the flag. i pledge allegiance to the flag of the unit