H.R.2255: To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide for the appointment of a Chief of the Veterinary Corps of the Army in the grade of brigadier general, and for other purposes.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about animals
  • Introduced June 20, 2001
  • Latest Major Action July 31, 2001

Bill Cosponsors

2 (2 Democrats, 1 Republican)

Bill Summary

Establishes an Army Veterinary Corps, with a chief and an assistant chief. Requires: (1) the Secretary of the Army to appoint the chief, with the grade of brigadier general; and (2) the Army Surgeon General to appoint the assistant chief.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Executive Comment Requested from DOD.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
June 20, 2001

Introduced in the House by James A. Gibbons (R-Nev.)

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