H.R. 491 — Filipino Veterans Equity Act of 2001

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Filipino Veterans Equity Act of 2001 - 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. Repeals certain provisions discounting such service as qualifying service.

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2001-02-07
Introduced in House
2001-02-07
Introduced in House
2001-02-07
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E134)
2001-02-07
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR E135)
2001-03-20
Referred to the Subcommittee on Benefits.

Filipino Veterans Equity Act of 2001

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