S. 1283 · 108th Congress · 2003–2004
A bill to require advance notification of Congress regarding any action proposed to be taken by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in the implementation of the Capital Asset Realignment for Enhanced Services initiative of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes.
S. 1283 in the 108th Congress (2003–2004) was introduced on Jun 18, 2003, sponsored by Bob Graham with 9 co-sponsors.
During the 108th Congress (2003–2004), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Jun 18, 2003
- Co-sponsors
- 9
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
Prohibits the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from taking any action proposed under the Capital Asset Realignment for Enhanced Services initiative of the Department of Veterans Affairs: (1) unless the Secretary has notified Congress of the intention to take such action; and (2) until the later of the expiration of a 60-day period, or 30 days of continuous congressional session, after such notification.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Bob Graham (D-FL). Co-sponsors: 8 Democrats, 1 Republican.
Where it stands
- IntroducedJun 18, 2003
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. (Jul 29, 2003)
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