S.2147: A bill to extend the period of time which a veteran's multiple sclerosis is to be considered to have been incurred in, or aggravated by, military service during a period of war.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 109th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
  • Introduced Dec. 20, 2005
  • Latest Major Action Dec. 20, 2005

Bill Summary

Eliminates the period following separation from service within which a veteran's multiple sclerosis must have developed to a degree of disability of 10% or more to be considered to have been incurred in or aggravated by such service during a period of war.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Dec. 20, 2005

Introduced in the Senate by Patty Murray (D-Wash.)

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