A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to increase the rates of vocational rehabilitation, educational assistance, and special training allowances paid to eligible veterans and other persons, and for other purposes.

H.R. 12628 in the 93rd Congress (1973–1974) became law — introduced on Feb 6, 1974, sponsored by William Dorn. Congress held 5 roll call votes on it.

During the 93rd Congress (1973–1974), Richard Nixon was president, and Democrats held majorities in both the House and Senate.

Status: Became law
Introduced: Feb 6, 1974
Policy area: Education
Public law: Public Law 93-508

Sponsor

William Dorn (D-SC)

Where it stands

IntroducedFeb 6, 1974
Passed the HouseYes
Passed the SenateYes
Sent to the PresidentYes
Became lawDec 3, 1974

Every roll call vote on this bill

To suspend the rules and pass H.R. 12628, a bill to increase allowances for veterans' education and…House · Feb 19, 1974
To recede and concur with an amendment to the Senate amendment to H.R. 12628, increasing rates of veterans'…House · Aug 22, 1974
To agree to the conference report on H.R. 12628, the vietnam ERA. Veterans readjustment assistance act of…House · Oct 10, 1974
To override the President's veto of H.R. 12628, the vietnam ERA veterans readjustment assistance act of 1974.House · Dec 3, 1974
To override the President's veto of H.R. 12628, a bill to increase training benefits and to improve…Senate · Dec 3, 1974

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