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H.R. 4175 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004

Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2004

H.R. 4175 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) became law — introduced on Apr 20, 2004, sponsored by Christopher H. Smith with 11 co-sponsors. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.

During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status
Became law
Introduced
Apr 20, 2004
Co-sponsors
11
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security
Public law
Public Law 108-363

What it does

Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2004 - Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to increase, as of December 1, 2004, the rates of veterans' disability compensation, additional compensation for dependents, the clothing allowance for certain disabled adult children, and dependency and indemnity compensation for surviving spouses and children.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Christopher H. Smith (R-NJ). Co-sponsors: 9 Democrats, 2 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedApr 20, 2004
  • Passed the HouseJul 22, 2004
  • Passed the SenateOct 5, 2004
  • Sent to the PresidentOct 13, 2004
  • Became lawOct 25, 2004

Latest action: Became Public Law No: 108-363. (Oct 25, 2004)

How Congress voted

  • On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended
    House · Jul 22, 2004 · Passed
    421–0

Every roll call vote on this bill

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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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