A bill to amend section 1710 of title 38, United States Code, to extend the eligibility for health care of veterans who served in Southwest Asia during the Persian Gulf War.

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Bill Number

S 1576

Introduced

Oct 25, 2001

Latest Action

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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Topics

Armed Forces and National Security Gulf War syndrome Health History Long-term care Nursing homes Persian Gulf War Veterans' medical care

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Summary

Extends through December 31, 2011, the eligibility for Persian Gulf War veterans to receive hospital, nursing home, and domiciliary care through the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Actions

Oct 25, 2001

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Oct 25, 2001

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S11111-11112)
Oct 25, 2001

Introduced in Senate

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