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H.R.250: Persian Gulf Syndrome Health Benefits Extension Act of 1997
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about environmental protection
- Introduced Jan. 7, 1997
- Latest Major Action Feb. 24, 1997
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
30 (17 Democrats, 14 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Persian Gulf Syndrome Health Benefits Extension Act of 1997 - Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to extend priority health care to veterans exposed to a toxic substance or environmental hazard while serving in Israel or Turkey during the Persian Gulf War.
(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 Veterans' Affairs.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
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Jan. 7, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Jack Quinn (R-N.Y.) |