S. 2559 · 81st Congress · 1949–1950
A bill to authorize the extension of officers retirement benefits to certain persons who while serving as enlisted men in the Army of the United States during World War II were given battlefield promotions to officer grade and were incapacitated for activ
S. 2559 in the 81st Congress (1949–1950) became law — introduced in 1949, sponsored by Lyndon Johnson.
During the 81st Congress (1949–1950), Harry S. Truman was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- 1949
- Policy area
- Defense
Sponsor
Where it stands
- Introduced1949
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawYes
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.