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- H.R.1452
H.R.1452: Filipino Veterans Fairness Act of 2013
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about armed forces and national security
- Introduced April 9, 2013
- Latest Major Action April 26, 2013
- See the twelve similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
37 (36 Democrats, 1 Republican)
Bill Summary
Filipino Veterans Fairness Act of 2013 - Deems certain service performed before July 1, 1946, in the organized military forces of the Philippines and the Philippine Scouts as active military service for purposes of eligibility for veterans' benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in determining eligibility under this Act, to take into account any relevant service documentation,...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 26, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
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| April 9, 2013 |
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
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| April 9, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Jackie Speier (D-Calif.) |