HR 5629 · 96th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

A bill to reduce the disability limitation and to eliminate the time limit imposed by the "Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974" so that more disabled veterans may benefit from affirmative action programs.

Introduced 1979-10-18· Sponsored by Rep. Beard, Edward [D-RI-2]· 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 House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.(1979-10-18)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Reduces from 30 to ten percent the disability rating required for a veteran to be eligible for employment and training benefits. Removes the requirement that a Vietnam era veteran must apply within 48 months from being discharged or released to be eligible for such benefits.…

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