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S.584: A bill to authorize the award of the Purple Heart to persons who were prisoners of war on or before April 25, 1962.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 104th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced March 21, 1995
- Latest Major Action March 21, 1995
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
17 (9 Democrats, 8 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Authorizes the awarding of the Purple Heart to persons serving with the armed forces who were wounded while being taken prisoner or held captive before April 25, 1962. Prohibits such award to a person convicted by a competent court of rendering assistance to any U.S. enemy.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services.
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| March 21, 1995 |
Introduced in the Senate by Charles S. Robb (D-Va.) |