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S.1767: American Field Service Recognition Act of 2001
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about emergency management
- Introduced Dec. 5, 2001
- Latest Major Action Dec. 5, 2001
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
9 (6 Democrats, 4 Republicans)
Bill Summary
American Field Service Recognition Act of 2001 - Considers as active duty, for purposes of veterans' benefits eligibility, service performed before August 15, 1945, by enlisted members of the American Field Service ambulance corps who reported for overseas duty during World War II and were honorably discharged. Authorizes the award of a campaign or service medal for such service.
(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 Veterans' Affairs.
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| Dec. 5, 2001 |
Introduced in the Senate by Edward M. Kennedy (D-Mass.) |