S. 917 · 97th Congress · 1981–1982
A bill to amend section 38, United States Code, to increase the rates of disability compensation for disabled veterans; to increase the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation for their surviving spouses and children; and for other purposes.
S. 917 in the 97th Congress (1981–1982) became law — introduced on Apr 8, 1981, sponsored by Alan Simpson.
During the 97th Congress (1981–1982), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.
- Status
- Became law
- Introduced
- Apr 8, 1981
- Policy area
- Defense
- Public law
- Public Law 97-66
Sponsor
Where it stands
- IntroducedApr 8, 1981
- Passed the SenateYes
- Passed the HouseYes
- Sent to the PresidentYes
- Became lawOct 17, 1981
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- H.R. 2903: A bill to extend by one year the expiration date of the Defense Production Act of 1950.
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- H.R. 4734: A bill to recognize the organization known as the Italian American War Veterans of the United…
- H.R. 4792: A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to improve the military justice system.
- S. 815: A bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 1982, for procurement of aircraft, missiles…
- H.R. 3413: A bill to authorize appropriations for the Department of Energy for national security programs for…
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From the Congressional Bills Project (Adler and Wilkerson), covering 1947–2002.
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