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H.R.2946: Combat Merchant Mariners Veterans Benefits Act of 1997
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced Nov. 8, 1997
- Latest Major Action Nov. 8, 1997
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (7 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Combat Merchant Mariners Veterans Benefits Act of 1997 - Provides that: (1) service in the U.S. merchant marine during a period of war for a total period equal to at least 12 months shall be considered active duty in determining eligibility for veterans' benefits; and (2) such service may be verified by entries in a continuous discharge book, a certificate of discharge to merchant seamen, a certificate of substantially continuous service, or...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
Date | Description |
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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Nov. 8, 1997 |
Introduced in the House by Michael P. Forbes (D-N.Y.) |