HR 5441 · 98th Congress · Armed Forces and National Security

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to add the disease lupus erythematosis to the list of chronic diseases that are considered to be service connected for purposes of veterans' benefits if occurring within one year from the date of a veteran's separation from service.

Introduced 1984-04-12· Sponsored by Rep. Applegate, Douglas [D-OH-18]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
2
Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
5
Enacted
Latest: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee.(1984-05-17)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Includes lupus erythematosus systemic among the chronic diseases considered to be service-connected for purposes of veterans' benefits if it manifests itself within one year of separation from service.…

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