H.R. 5112 — Veterans Emergency Assistance Act

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Veterans Emergency Assistance Act - Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make grants to States for programs to assist veterans and their spouses and dependents suffering financial hardship as a result of an emergency. Prohibits any State from receiving more than five percent of the total funds appropriated, or more than $1 million, in any fiscal year. Defines an emergency as an illness or accident resulting in interruption or loss of employment, a fire or other disaster resulting in loss of a residence, or another event or condition as determined by a State.

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2002-07-12
Introduced in House
2002-07-12
Introduced in House
2002-07-12
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
2002-08-09
Referred to the Subcommittee on Benefits.

Veterans Emergency Assistance Act

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