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S.1213: Filipino Veterans' Benefits Act of 2003
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 108th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced June 9, 2003
- Latest Major Action July 29, 2003
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
4 (2 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Filipino Veterans' Benefits Act of 2003 - Requires (current law authorizes) the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish hospital and nursing home care and medical services to any individual who is a Commonwealth Army veteran or new Philippine Scout (current law) and who is: (1) residing in the United States; and (2) a U.S. citizen or alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence. Provides a rate of payment equal to the rate provided for...
(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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Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
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Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held.
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| June 9, 2003 |
Introduced in the Senate by Arlen Specter (D-Pa.) |