HR 16761 · 93th Congress · Government Operations and Politics
A bill to amend the act incorporating the American Legion so as to redefine eligibility for membership therein.
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Senate5
EnactedLatest: Referred to House Committee on the Judiciary.(1974-09-19)
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Extends the periods of service related to World War II and the Korean War required for membership in the American Legion. Extends the period for World War II to December 31, 1946 (presently September 2, 1945). Extends the period for the Korean War to January 31, 1955 (presently July 27, 1953). Sets the date of termination of the Vietnam hostilities for purposes of such membership at August 15, 1973. (Amends 36 U.S.C. 45)…
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