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- H.R.1115
H.R.1115: To amend section 1477 of title 10, United States Code, to provide additional options regarding the designation of the person to receive the death gratuity paid with respect to a member of the Armed Forces who dies without a surviving spouse, but who is su
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about families
- Introduced Feb. 16, 2007
- Latest Major Action March 14, 2007
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
30 (17 Democrats, 14 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Provides that, in the case of a member of the Armed Forces who dies while serving on active duty or inactive duty for training, and who dies without a surviving spouse but with one or more children under age 18 who will be in the custody of a parent, brother, or sister, the death gratuity for such member shall be payable to such parent, brother, or sister as designated by the member.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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| Feb. 16, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Tom Latham (R-Iowa) |