H.R. 1588 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Comprehensive Assistance for Veterans Exposed to Traumatic Stressors Act of 2005
H.R. 1588 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Apr 13, 2005, sponsored by Lane Evans with 110 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Apr 13, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 110
- Policy area
- Armed Forces and National Security
What it does
Comprehensive Assistance for Veterans Exposed to Traumatic Stressors Act of 2005 - Extends eligibility for readjustment counseling services for Vietnam-era veterans. Requires implementation of a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)-Department of Defense (DOD) Health Care Sharing Incentive Fund.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Lane Evans (D-IL). Co-sponsors: 106 Democrats, 3 Republicans, 1 Independent.
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 13, 2005
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2248) (Nov 3, 2005)
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