HR 900 · 102th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

Omnibus Act of Veterans' Rights

Introduced 1991-02-06· Sponsored by Rep. Kolter, Joseph P. [D-PA-4]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.(1991-02-06)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Omnibus Act of Veterans' Rights - Requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to determine all provisions of Federal law enacted during the 97th through the 101st Congresses which had the effect of reducing veterans' benefits. Requires the Secretary to prescribe regulations to restore such benefits. States that any provision of law that imposed or increased a requirement for a surcharge, copayment, or user fee under laws administered by the Secretary shall be considered to be a reduction in benefits under this Act. Prohibits the payment of retroactive benefits by reason of enactment of this Act. Provides that all surcharges, copayments, or user fees required before enactment of this Act shall be required to be paid.…

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Cosponsors (10)

9 Democrats1 Republican