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H.R. 5688 · 98th Congress · 1983–1984

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to provide a cost-of-living increase for fiscal year 1985 in the rates of compensation paid to veterans with service-connected disabilities and the rates of dependency and indemnity compensation paid to survivors of such veterans, and for other purposes.

H.R. 5688 in the 98th Congress (1983–1984) became law — introduced on May 21, 1984, sponsored by Sonny Montgomery.

During the 98th Congress (1983–1984), Ronald Reagan was president, and Democrats held the House majority and Republicans the Senate majority.

Status
Became law
Introduced
May 21, 1984
Policy area
Defense
Public law
Public Law 98-543

Sponsor

Sonny Montgomery (D-MS)

Where it stands

  • IntroducedMay 21, 1984
  • Passed the HouseYes
  • Passed the SenateYes
  • Sent to the PresidentYes
  • Became lawOct 24, 1984

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