To amend title 38, United States Code, to expand the eligibility for a medallion furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to signify the veteran status of a deceased individual.

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Bill Number

HR 1380

Introduced

Mar 16, 2015

Latest Action

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote .

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Armed Forces and National Security Cemeteries and funerals Veterans' organizations and recognition

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Summary

Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to furnish a medallion or other device to signify the veteran status of a deceased individual, to be attached to a headstone or marker furnished at private expense, regardless of the date of death of such individual.

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Jul 9, 2015

Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote .
Jul 9, 2015

Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Jun 24, 2015

Subcommittee Hearings Held.
Mar 27, 2015

Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.
Mar 16, 2015

Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Mar 16, 2015

Introduced in House

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