H.R. 4085 · 107th Congress · 2001–2002
To increase, effective as of December 1, 2002, the rates of disability compensation for veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for survivors of certain service-connected disabled veterans, and for other purposes.
H.R. 4085 in the 107th Congress (2001–2002) became law — introduced on Apr 9, 2002, sponsored by Christopher H. Smith. Congress held 1 roll call vote on it.
During the 107th Congress (2001–2002), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held the House majority, while the Senate was split evenly.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 9, 2002
- Policy area
- Defense
- Public law
- Public Law 107-247
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 9, 2002
- Passed the HouseYes
- Passed the SenateYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 23, 2002
Every roll call vote on this bill
- Veterans’ and Survivors’ Benefits Expansion ActHouse · May 21, 2002
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