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H.R.1900: To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend eligibility for pension benefits under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to veterans who received an expeditionary medal during a period of military service other than a period of war.
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 110th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced April 17, 2007
- Latest Major Action April 23, 2007
- See the two similar bills introduced in other congresses.
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Bill Summary
Redefines the term "period of war" for purposes of eligibility for veterans' pension benefits to include any period of active military, naval, or air service not specifically referenced for which a veteran received an expeditionary medal.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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April 17, 2007 |
Introduced in the House by Nick J. Rahall II (D-W.Va.) |