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- H.R.1288
H.R.1288: World War II Merchant Mariner Service Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced March 20, 2013
- Latest Major Action June 28, 2013
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
94 (64 Democrats, 30 Republicans)
Bill Summary
World War II Merchant Mariner Service Act - Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) to accept additional documentation for verifying that an individual performed honorable service as a coastwise merchant seaman during the period beginning on December 7, 1941, and ending on December 31, 1946, for purposes of eligibility for veterans' benefits under the GI Bill Improvement Act of 1977. Requires such documentation to include Social...
(Source: Library of Congress)
What Lawmakers Are Saying About This Bill
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| June 28, 2013 |
Subcommittee Hearings Held.
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| April 8, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel.
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| April 2, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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| March 20, 2013 |
Referred to House Armed Services
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| March 20, 2013 |
Referred to House Veterans' Affairs
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| March 20, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by G. K. Butterfield (D-N.C.) |