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- H.R.1596
H.R.1596: To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide that certain individuals who would otherwise be eligible for military retired pay for nonregular service but who did not serve on active duty during a period of conflict may be paid such retired pay if they served in the United States merchant marine during or immediately after World War II.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 103rd Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced April 1, 1993
- Latest Major Action April 6, 1993
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (3 Democrats, 6 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Entitles to military retired pay certain persons who were members of the U.S. merchant marine during and immediately after World War II. Directs the Secretary of the military department concerned, within 60 days after the enactment of this Act, to make lump-sum payments of such accrued pay to such persons.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Forces and Personnel.
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Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
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| April 1, 1993 |
Introduced in the House by Tom Lantos (D-Calif.) |