To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide that World War II merchant mariners who were awarded the Mariners Medal shall be provided eligibility for Department of Veterans Affairs health care on the same basis as veterans who have been awarded the Purple Heart.

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Bill Number

HR 5758

Introduced

Jul 11, 2006

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

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Topics

Armed Forces and National Security Commemorations Health Labor and Employment Merchant seamen Military medals, decorations, etc. Transportation and Public Works Veterans' medical care War casualties World War II

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Summary

Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish hospital care and medical services, and authorizes the Secretary to furnish nursing home care, as needed to any veteran who was awarded the Mariners Medal (currently, only the Purple Heart).

Actions

Jul 25, 2006

Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Jul 11, 2006

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Jul 11, 2006

Introduced in House

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