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H.R.2200: Guam War Restitution Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about congress
- Introduced July 17, 1997
- Latest Major Action July 17, 1997
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
22 (21 Democrats, 2 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Guam War Restitution Act - Amends the Organic Act of Guam to set forth award and benefit eligibility requirements for living Guamanians, or the heirs or next of kin of deceased Guamanians, who suffered a compensable injury during the occupation of Guam in World War II. Defines "compensable injury" as: (1) death; (2) personal injury; or (3) forced labor, forced march, or internment. Establishes the Guam Trust Fund and the Guam Trust Fund...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the House Committee on Resources.
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| July 17, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Robert A. Underwood (D-Guam) |