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110-hr-7317 110 hr 7317 To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a study on the acquisition of a parcel of land adjacent to Beaufort National Cemetery, Beaufort, South Carolina. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-12-09 2008-12-09 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2] SC R W000795 0 Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct, and report to Congress on, a study on the acquisition of a specified parcel of land in Beaufort, South Carolina, to be used for expansion of the Beaufort National Cemetery. 2017-12-14T21:40:56Z  
110-hr-7318 110 hr 7318 To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to acquire a parcel of land adjacent to Beaufort National Cemetery, Beaufort, South Carolina. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-12-09 2008-12-09 Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Wilson, Joe [R-SC-2] SC R W000795 0 Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to: (1) acquire a specified parcel of land in Beaufort, South Carolina, to be used for expansion of the Beaufort National Cemetery; and (2) report to Congress on the acquisition. 2021-06-07T20:07:26Z  
110-s-3721 110 s 3721 A bill to prohibit the use of funds to transfer individuals detained by the United States at Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States Disciplinary Barracks, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-12-08 2008-12-08 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10815) Senate Sen. Brownback, Sam [R-KS] KS R B000953 0 Prohibits federal funds from being used to transfer any individual detained by the United States at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the United States Disciplinary Barracks, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. 2022-02-03T05:08:51Z  
110-hr-7299 110 hr 7299 To direct the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make payments for certain treatments of traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-11-20 2008-11-20 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Cannon, Chris [R-UT-3] UT R C000116 1 Directs the Secretaries of Defense and Veterans Affairs to: (1) each establish a process to provide payments for treatments of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) received by members of the Armed Forces or veterans in health care facilities other than Department of Defense (DOD) or Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities; (2) jointly develop and maintain a patient database involving the use of a treatment under this Act; and (3) ensure that the database ensures patient confidentiality. 2021-06-07T20:07:23Z  
110-s-3713 110 s 3713 Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-11-20 2008-11-20 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S10746-10747) Senate Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] IL D D000563 1 Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center Act of 2008 - Authorizes the Secretary of Defense (Secretary), upon the conclusion of a resource-sharing agreement between the Secretary and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, to transfer to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) the Navy ambulatory care center, parking structure, supporting facilities, and related medical personal property and equipment in Great Lakes, Illinois. Designates such facility and supporting facilities as the Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center (Center). Provides a reversionary interest to the Secretary if the property is not used in accordance with the resource-sharing agreement or in the event of lack of facilities integration. Authorizes the Secretary to transfer to the VA functions necessary for Center operation. Extends through FY2020 a joint Department of Defense (DOD)-VA program to identify, implement, and evaluate creative health care coordination and sharing initiatives at the facility, intraregional, and nationwide levels. Deems the Center a military facility for purposes of the eligibility of members of the Armed Forces to receive care and services there. 2017-12-15T00:45:51Z  
110-hr-7272 110 hr 7272 To prohibit the use of funds to transfer individuals detained by the United States at Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Naval Consolidated Brig, Charleston, South Carolina. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-11-19 2008-11-19 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. House Rep. Brown, Henry E., Jr. [R-SC-1] SC R B001235 0 Prohibits federal funds from being used to transfer any individual detained by the United States at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to the Naval Consolidated Brig, Charleston, South Carolina. 2018-11-21T20:23:34Z  
110-hr-7294 110 hr 7294 To amend title 10, United States Code, to expand the authorized concurrent receipt of disability severance pay from the Department of Defense and compensation for the same disability under any law administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs to cover all veterans who have a combat-related disability, as defined under section 1413a of such title. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-11-19 2008-11-19 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. House Rep. Smith, Adam [D-WA-9] WA D S000510 0 Extends the authorized concurrent receipt of disability severance pay from the Department of Defense (DOD) and compensation for the same disability under any law administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to include all veterans with a combat-related disability. (Under current law, such concurrent receipt is limited to those veterans who incur a disability in the line of duty in a combat zone or during the performance of duty in combat-related operations.) Makes such amendment effective as of January 28, 2008 (the date of enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008). 2018-11-21T20:23:35Z  
110-hr-7259 110 hr 7259 Security Clearance Oversight and Accountability Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-10-03 2008-10-03 Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-14] CA D E000215 1 Security Clearance Oversight and Accountability Act - Amends the National Security Act of 1947 to direct the President: (1) every four years, to conduct an audit of how the executive branch determines whether a security clearance is required for a particular position in the federal government, and report audit results to Congress; (2) every year, to report to Congress on the security clearance process with respect to government employees, government contractors, and intelligence community personnel; and (3) to submit a one-time report to Congress on security clearance investigations and adjudications. Requires the Director of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to report annually to Congress on security clearance determinations completed or ongoing during the preceding fiscal year that have taken longer than one year to complete. 2021-06-07T20:07:20Z  
110-s-3657 110 s 3657 Military Child Care Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-30 2008-09-30 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Baucus, Max [D-MT] MT D B000243 0 Military Child Care Act of 2008 - Directs the Secretary of Defense to issue guidance to ensure access to, and affordability of, respite care with respect to children under the age of 13 for: (1) spouses of members of the Armed Forces deployed to a combat zone, and for caregivers with respect to such members; and (2) survivors of members who are killed during such deployment. 2017-12-15T00:44:32Z  
110-hr-7214 110 hr 7214 Veterans Combat Stress Healthcare Improvement Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-28 2008-09-28 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-35] CA D W000187 0 Veterans Combat Stress Healthcare Improvement Act - Revises the veterans' health professionals educational assistance program to provide a selection priority under various program components for those seeking to obtain the specialized training necessary to treat combat stress. Provides a similar priority for individuals who have completed the degree requirements necessary for qualification as a licensed mental health professional, are employees of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in positions related to the treatment of combat stress, and owe any principal or interest on loans used to pay costs related to earning the degree. Reauthorizes the program's scholarship program for FY2009-FY2011. 2023-01-11T13:15:51Z  
110-hr-7215 110 hr 7215 Human Costs in Iraq Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-28 2008-09-28 Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Waters, Maxine [D-CA-35] CA D W000187 0 Human Costs in Iraq Act of 2008 - Amends the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2008 to require, in a report concerning Department of Defense (DOD) progress toward military and political stability in Iraq, additional information concerning: (1) the total number of Iraqis killed by violence; (2) best efforts to distinguish between combatants, noncombatants, and official Iraqi Security Force personnel killed; and (3) details of the incidents involving each casualty. 2021-06-07T20:07:13Z  
110-hres-1518 110 hres 1518 Honoring the Wings Over Houston Airshow for advancing the appreciation and understanding of the United States Armed Forces, the City of Houston, Texas, and Ellington Field. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-28 2008-10-10 Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness. House Rep. Lampson, Nick [D-TX-22] TX D L000043 20 Honors the Wings Over Houston Airshow for advancing the appreciation and understanding of the U.S. Armed Forces, the city of Houston, Texas, and Ellington Field. 2019-11-15T20:47:00Z  
110-hr-7178 110 hr 7178 Servicemembers Access to Justice Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-27 2008-09-27 Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Davis, Artur [D-AL-7] AL D D000602 2 Servicemembers Access to Justice Act of 2008 - Waives a state's sovereign immunity with respect to the enforcement of uniformed services members' employment or reemployment rights or benefits under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA). Makes unenforceable agreements between an employer and employee requiring arbitration of disputes arising under USERRA. Provides exceptions. Requires the validity and enforceability of such an agreement to be determined by a court (as opposed to the arbitrator). Provides increased liquidated damages, and authorizes punitive damages, against state or private employer violations of USERRA. Provides a right to a jury trial in such cases. Requires (current law authorizes) the award of attorney fees in actions to enforce USERRA. Defines "successor in interest" for USERRA purposes. Prohibits: (1) any statute of limitations from applying to USERRA proceedings; and (2) wage discrimination against members covered under USERRA. Requires (current law authorizes) a court to use equitable relief, including injunctions and restraining orders when appropriate, for USERRA violations. 2021-06-07T20:07:07Z  
110-hr-7111 110 hr 7111 To amend title 36, United States Code, to designate the Honor and Remember Flag created by Honor and Remember, Inc., as an official symbol to recognize and honor members of the Armed Forces who died in the line of duty, and for other purposes. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-26 2008-09-26 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. House Rep. Drake, Thelma D. [R-VA-2] VA R D000605 1 Designates the Honor and Remember Flag, created by Honor and Remember, Inc., as the official symbol of our country's concern and commitment to honoring and remembering all members of the Armed Forces who lost their lives in the line of duty. Provides days of the year, and memorials and other locations, on or at which the Flag shall be displayed. 2018-11-21T20:29:38Z  
110-hr-7167 110 hr 7167 Expanding Availability of VA Health Care Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-26 2008-09-26 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Sestak, Joe [D-PA-7] PA D S001169 0 Expanding Availability of VA Health Care Act of 2008 - Makes eligible for health care under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) patient enrollment system veterans with incomes not exceeding 200% of the maximum for treatment as a low-income family. (Currently, only veterans with incomes not exceeding the maximum for treatment as a low-income family are so eligible.) 2017-12-14T21:38:22Z  
110-hr-7168 110 hr 7168 Fairness and Accountability in Defense Contracting Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-26 2008-09-28 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2110-2111) House Rep. Slaughter, Louise McIntosh [D-NY-28] NY D S000480 0 Fairness and Accountability in Defense Contracting Act - Requires each solicitation of offers by the Department of Defense (DOD) for a covered contract to include a requirement that the offeror include with the contract bid or proposal a written statement concerning compensation paid by the offeror during the previous year to former DOD officers or employees or former or retired members of the Armed Forces. Includes as a covered contract a contract for the procurement of goods or services in excess of $1 million, other than a contract for the procurement of commercial items. 2021-06-07T20:07:05Z  
110-s-3621 110 s 3621 A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize extended benefits for certain autistic dependents of certain retirees. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-26 2008-09-26 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Martinez, Mel [R-FL] FL R M001162 0 Revises TRICARE (a Department of Defense [DOD] managed health care program) to authorize the Secretary of Defense to provide extended health care services and treatment, by way of contract with private providers, for dependent autism-diagnosed children of military retirees not entitled to hospital insurance benefits under Part A (Hospital Insurance) of title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act and not enrolled under part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance) of such title. 2017-12-15T00:43:40Z  
110-hr-7102 110 hr 7102 Ensuring Safe Facilities and Equipment for American Troops Overseas Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-25 2008-10-10 Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness. House Rep. Ortiz, Solomon P. [D-TX-27] TX D O000107 1 Ensuring Safe Facilities and Equipment for American Troops Overseas Act - Directs the Secretary of Defense, in order to assure the safe utilization by the Armed Forces of expeditionary facilities, infrastructure, and equipment supporting U.S. military operations overseas, to certify to the congressional defense committees that: (1) generally accepted industry safety standards are incorporated into military regulations establishing requirements for such facilities, infrastructure, and equipment; (2) each contract or task or delivery order for the construction, installation, repair, maintenance, or operation of overseas expeditionary facilities incorporates such industry standards; and (3) such standards apply in all current and future U.S. military operations overseas. 2019-11-15T20:47:00Z  
110-hr-7106 110 hr 7106 To prohibit the closure of Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, notwithstanding the recommendations of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-25 2008-10-10 Referred to the Subcommittee on Readiness. House Rep. Smith, Christopher H. [R-NJ-4] NJ R S000522 0 Prohibits the Secretaries of Defense and the Army from closing or reducing the personnel, functions, or operations of Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, notwithstanding the 2005 recommendations of the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission pursuant to the Defense Base Closure and Realignment Act of 1990. 2019-11-15T20:47:00Z  
110-s-3580 110 s 3580 Ensuring Safe Facilities and Equipment for American Troops Overseas Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-25 2008-09-25 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] TX R C001056 3 Ensuring Safe Facilities and Equipment for American Troops Overseas Act - Directs the Secretary of Defense, in order to assure the safe utilization by the Armed Forces of expeditionary facilities, infrastructure, and equipment supporting U.S. military operations overseas, to certify to the congressional defense committees that: (1) generally accepted industry safety standards are incorporated into military regulations establishing requirements for such facilities, infrastructure, and equipment; (2) each contract or task or delivery order for the construction, installation, repair, maintenance, or operation of overseas expeditionary facilities incorporates such industry standards; and (3) such standards apply in all current and future U.S. military operations overseas. 2017-12-15T00:42:29Z  
110-s-3585 110 s 3585 Ensuring Defense Support to Catastrophic Incident Response Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-25 2008-09-25 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] CT ID L000304 1 Ensuring Defense Support to Catastrophic Incident Response Act of 2008 - Directs the Department of Defense (DOD) to undertake civil support operations in response to catastrophic incidents in the United States.Requires: (1) the Secretary of Defense to develop comprehensive plans for such operations, including strategies for the use of the Armed Forces (including the National Guard and Reserve) and civilian personnel and contractors of DOD; (2) the annual DOD budget to include a separate funding request for carrying out such operations; and (3) the first national security strategy and national defense strategy prepared after the enactment of this Act to include, among other things, DOD roles and responsibilities in responding to catastrophic incidents. 2017-12-15T00:42:37Z  
110-hr-7046 110 hr 7046 To authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to construct a new community-based outpatient clinic at Ord Military Community, California. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-24 2008-09-24 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Farr, Sam [D-CA-17] CA D F000030 0 Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to construct a new community-based outpatient clinic at the Ord Military Community, California. Makes such construction subject to: (1) the completion of a feasibility study; and (2) the availability of appropriations. 2017-12-14T21:35:56Z  
110-hr-7058 110 hr 7058 To grant the congressional gold medal, collectively, to the 100th Infantry Battalion and the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, United States Army, in recognition of their dedicated service during World War II. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-24 2008-09-25 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1976) House Rep. Schiff, Adam B. [D-CA-29] CA D S001150 7 Requires the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate to make arrangements for the award of a congressional gold medal to the Army's 100th Infantry Battalion and 442nd Regimental Combat Team, collectively, in recognition of their dedicated service during World War II. 2021-06-07T20:06:50Z  
110-hr-6998 110 hr 6998 Veterans Mental Health Training for First Responders and Community Leaders Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-23 2008-09-23 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Mahoney, Tim [D-FL-16] FL D M001164 0 Veterans Mental Health Training for First Responders and Community Leaders Act of 2008 - Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct a three-year pilot program to provide education and training to emergency response providers and community leaders about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, traumatic brain injury, and other mental health conditions related to deployment in support of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. 2017-12-14T21:35:11Z  
110-hr-7003 110 hr 7003 Wounded Veteran Job Security Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-23 2008-09-23 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Doggett, Lloyd [D-TX-25] TX D D000399 11 Wounded Veteran Job Security Act - Prohibits any employment discrimination or acts of reprisal against any person who has, or who has been treated for, an injury, illness, or disability determined by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to have been incurred in or aggravated by military service. 2021-09-29T17:24:42Z  
110-hr-7011 110 hr 7011 Combat-Related Special Compensation Technical Corrections Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-23 2008-10-10 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Bilirakis, Gus M. [R-FL-9] FL R B001257 0 Combat-Related Special Compensation Technical Corrections Act of 2008 - Revises the formula for determining the payment of combat-related special compensation for certain eligible combat-related disabled members of the Armed Forces who are retired for disability. 2019-11-15T20:50:24Z  
110-hr-7015 110 hr 7015 To amend title 10, United States Code, to provide police officers, criminal investigators, and game law enforcement officers of the Department of Defense with authority to execute warrants, make arrests, and carry firearms. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-23 2008-09-24 Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E1891) House Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51] CA D F000116 0 Allows the Secretary of Defense to authorize a Department of Defense (DOD) law enforcement officer to: (1) execute and serve a warrant or other process; (2) make an arrest without a warrant for any offense committed in the presence of the officer, or for any felony if the officer has probable cause to believe that the person arrested has committed or is committing the felony; and (3) carry firearms. 2021-06-07T20:06:44Z  
110-hr-6980 110 hr 6980 To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to increase the amount of the Medal of Honor special pension provided under that title by up to $1,000. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-22 2008-09-25 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Brown, Henry E., Jr. [R-SC-1] SC R B001235 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Amends federal veterans law to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, subject to the availability of appropriations, to increase by up to $1,000 a month the rate of the Medal of Honor special pension. Terminates such authority at the end of FY2013. 2017-12-14T21:34:55Z  
110-hr-6989 110 hr 6989 To amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the burial in a national cemetery of a parent of a deceased veteran when there is no eligible spouse or dependent of the veteran. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-22 2008-09-22 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Israel, Steve [D-NY-2] NY D I000057 0 Authorizes the burial in a national cemetery of a parent of a deceased veteran or qualified reserve member if there is no eligible spouse, minor child, or unmarried adult child of such veteran or member. 2017-12-14T21:35:03Z  
110-hres-1475 110 hres 1475 Recognizing the strategic success of the troop surge in Iraq and expressing gratitude to the members of the United States Armed Forces who made that success possible. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-22 2008-09-22 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. House Rep. Marshall, Jim [D-GA-8] GA D M001146 4 Commends and expresses gratitude to: (1) the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces for the service, sacrifices, and heroism that made the success of the troop surge in Iraq possible; and (2) General David H. Petraeus, General Raymond Odierno, and Ambassador Ryan Crocker for the distinguished wartime leadership that made such success possible. Recognizes the success of the troop surge in Iraq and its strategic significance in advancing U.S. vital national interests in Iraq, the Middle East, and the world, in particular as a strategic victory in a central front of the war on terrorism. Recognizes that the gains achieved as a result of the troop surge are significant but not permanent, and that it is imperative that no action be taken that jeopardizes those gains or dishonors the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who made those gains possible. 2018-11-21T20:23:35Z  
110-hr-6939 110 hr 6939 To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide two-fiscal year budget authority for certain medical care accounts of the Department of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-18 2008-09-18 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51] CA D F000116 11 Requires, beginning with FY2010, a two-fiscal-year budget authority for the following accounts of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): (1) Medical Services; (2) Medical Administration; and (3) Medical Facilities. Requires the Comptroller General to conduct a study on the adequacy and accuracy of VA baseline model projections for health care expenditures. 2017-12-14T21:34:10Z  
110-hr-6945 110 hr 6945 RECOVER Act (Restoring Essential Care for Our Veterans for Effective Recovery) Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-18 2008-09-18 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Scalise, Steve [R-LA-1] LA R S001176 0 RECOVER Act (Restoring Essential Care for Our Veterans for Effective Recovery) - Provides that, if a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facility that would otherwise provide covered medical services to veterans residing in an area for which a major disaster is declared is unable to provide such services for at least 180 days due to such disaster, then the Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall contract with one or more non-VA facilities in that area to provide such services to veterans who reside within 150 miles of the VA facility that is unable to provide the services. Makes such requirement inapplicable to a VA facility that is closed, or that the Secretary intends to close, as part of the Capital Asset Realignment for Enhanced Services (CARES) process. Makes this Act applicable to any VA facility unable to provide covered services on or after August 29, 2005, by reason of a major disaster. 2017-12-14T21:34:14Z  
110-hr-6951 110 hr 6951 TACT in Iran Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-18 2008-09-18 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select), for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-9] CA D L000551 8 Transparent Actions over Covert Tactics in Iran Act of 2008 or TACT in Iran Act - Prohibits any appropriated funds from being obligated or expended by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) or Department of Defense (DOD) to provide covert or clandestine support for the purpose of overthrowing the government of Iran. Provides an exception in the case of a congressional declaration of war against Iran. 2021-09-29T17:24:23Z  
110-hr-6968 110 hr 6968 Helping Those Who Serve Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-18 2008-09-30 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Moore, Gwen [D-WI-4] WI D M001160 18 Helping Those Who Serve Act - Directs the Secretary of Defense to conduct a demonstration project (project) designed to: (1) increase access of members of the Armed Forces (members) returning from deployment abroad, and their families, to accessible, safe, and confidential mental health counseling; (2) reduce the stigma and career repercussions associated with seeking such services; and (3) make high-quality mental health services more user-friendly to such members and their families. Requires the Secretary to: (1) establish a Special Working Group to develop guidelines and recommendations to ensure the protection of confidentiality for members participating in the project; (2) establish an advisory group to oversee project implementation; (3) submit project reports to the congressional defense committees; and (4) conduct a study of reasons for attrition among military mental health professionals, and make recommendations to increase the recruitment and retention of such individuals. 2021-09-29T17:24:33Z  
110-s-3527 110 s 3527 Veterans Health Care Budget Reform Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-18 2008-09-18 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9038) Senate Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] HI D A000069 11 Veterans Health Care Budget Reform Act of 2008 - Requires, beginning with FY2010, a two-fiscal-year budget authority for the following accounts of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): (1) Medical Services; (2) Medical Administration; and (3) Medical Facilities. Requires the Comptroller General to conduct a study on the adequacy and accuracy of VA baseline model projections for health care expenditures. 2017-12-15T00:40:38Z  
110-hr-6925 110 hr 6925 To amend title 10, United States Code, to require that each member of the Armed Forces receive employment assistance, job training assistance, and other transitional services provided by the Secretary of Labor before that member separates from active duty service. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-17 2008-09-30 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Herseth Sandlin, Stephanie [D-SD-At Large] SD D H001037 0 Modifies the requirement that the Secretary of Labor provide employment assistance, job training assistance, and other transitional services to each member of the Armed Forces who is being separated from active duty (and the member's spouse). Directs the Secretary concerned (the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Homeland Security, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs), where such services are available on a routine basis, to require each member to receive such services. 2019-11-15T20:50:23Z  
110-hr-6930 110 hr 6930 To amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize extended benefits for certain autistic dependents of certain retirees. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-17 2008-09-30 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Moran, James P. [D-VA-8] VA D M000933 20 Revises TRICARE (a Department of Defense [DOD] managed health care program) to authorize the Secretary of Defense to provide extended health care services and treatment, by way of contract with private providers, for dependent autism-diagnosed children of military retirees not entitled to hospital insurance benefits under Part A (Hospital Insurance) of title XVIII (Medicare) of the Social Security Act and not enrolled under part B (Supplementary Medical Insurance) of such title. 2021-04-20T15:26:31Z  
110-hres-1455 110 hres 1455 Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-17 2008-09-30 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. LaHood, Ray [R-IL-18] IL R L000552 4 Recalls with sadness the October 23, 1983, terrorist bombing in Beirut, Lebanon. Extends prayers and sympathies to the families of the 241 members of the U.S. Armed Forces who died, and others who were wounded, in the bombing. Calls upon the people of the United States to remember such members' bravery and service. Honors the dedication and courage of all members of the Armed Forces who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the United States. 2019-11-15T20:50:24Z  
110-hr-6894 110 hr 6894 Defense Production Act Extension and Reauthorization of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-15 2008-10-08 Became Public Law No: 110-367. House Rep. Gutierrez, Luis V. [D-IL-4] IL D G000535 2 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Defense Production Act Extension and Reauthorization of 2008 - Extends and reauthorizes the Defense Production Act of 1950 through FY2009. 2023-11-13T20:12:19Z  
110-hr-6897 110 hr 6897 Filipino Veterans Equity Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-15 2008-09-23 Received in the Senate. House Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51] CA D F000116 1 Filipino Veterans Equity Act of 2008 - Establishes in the Treasury the Filipino Veterans Equity Compensation Fund, whose amounts shall be available to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs without fiscal year limitation to make payments to specified eligible persons who served: (1) before July 1, 1946, in the organized military forces of the government of the Commonwealth of the Philippines, while in the service of the Armed Forces of the United States; or (2) in the Philippine Scouts. Sets the payment amounts at $15,000 for U.S. citizens and $9,000 for non-U.S. citizens. States that acceptance of such payment shall constitute a release of any claim against the United States for such service. Requires the Secretary to include information concerning compensation fund operation within annual budget documents submitted to Congress. Authorizes appropriations. 2022-02-03T05:17:41Z  
110-hres-1427 110 hres 1427 Congratulating General David Howell Petraeus on being appointed Commander of the United States Central Command, and for other purposes. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-11 2008-09-11 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. House Rep. McCotter, Thaddeus G. [R-MI-11] MI R M001147 33 Congratulates General David Howell Petraeus on his appointment as Commander of the United States Central Command. Appreciates the impact General Petraeus's counterinsurgency strategy and tactics had in providing security in Iraq, facilitating Iraqi construction, and advancing our country's cause there. Commends General Petraeus for his leadership of the surge of U.S. Armed Forces in Iraq. Commends and expresses gratitude to the members of the Armed Forces on their success and service with respect to Iraq. 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z  
110-sconres-97 110 sconres 97 A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress regarding sexual assaults and rape in the military. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-10 2008-09-10 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S8280) Senate Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] NY D C001041 0 Calls for the Secretary of Defense to develop a comprehensive strategy to increase and encourage investigation and prosecution of sexual assault and rape cases in the military. Sets forth elements to be included in such strategy, including: (1) requiring commanders to be held accountable for sexual assaults and rapes in their units and for disposition of such cases; (2) developing prevention and response programs to create a culture that prevents sexual assault and rape in the military and encourages more reporting by victims; (3) reviewing the capacity of the legal infrastructure in the Armed Forces to investigate and prosecute effectively sexual assault cases; (4) examining any barriers on military facilities to conducting effective investigations of sexual assault and rape cases; and (5) ensuring that the command affords an alleged sexual assault victim an opportunity for a transfer if a military protection order is issued. 2017-12-14T21:55:41Z  
110-hr-6850 110 hr 6850 Veterans Entrepreneurial Transition Business Benefit Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-09 2008-09-09 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Fortenberry, Jeff [R-NE-1] NE R F000449 2 Veterans Entrepreneurial Transition Business Benefit Act - Allows a veteran who is eligible to receive financial educational assistance under the Montgomery GI Bill to elect to use (with the approval of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs) any such assistance to establish and operate a business that the veteran will own and operate as his or her primary source of income. 2017-12-14T21:32:28Z  
110-hres-1421 110 hres 1421 Solemnly commemorating the 25th anniversary of the tragic October 1983 terrorist bombing of the United States Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Lebanon and remembering those who lost their lives and those who were injured. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-09 2008-09-25 Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. House Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3] NC R J000255 44 Honors and remembers, on the 25th anniversary of the bombing of the U.S. Marine Corps barracks in Beirut, Lebanon, the service and sacrifice of the members of the Armed Forces who were bombing victims and those who died in Beirut from 1982 to 1984. Joins family and friends in mourning the members who lost their lives in the tragic bombing and while serving as peacekeepers in Beirut. 2023-01-11T13:15:51Z  
110-hr-6832 110 hr 6832 Veterans' Programs Extension and Construction Authorization Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-09-08 2008-09-12 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51] CA D F000116 2 Veterans' Programs Extension and Construction Authorization Act of 2008 - Title I: Authorization of Medical Facility Projects and Major Medical Facility Leases - (Sec. 101) Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out major medical facility projects (projects) in FY2009 in: (1) Palo Alto, California; (2) San Antonio, Texas; and (3) San Juan, Puerto Rico. (Sec. 102) Amends the Veterans Benefits, Health Care, and Information Technology Act of 2006 to: (1) increase amounts authorized for projects at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical centers in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Denver, Colorado; and (2) repeal the authority for a project at the VA medical center in Gulfport, Mississippi. Increases amounts authorized for projects at the following locations in connection with the Capital Asset Realignment Initiative: (1) Gainesville, Florida; (2) Las Vegas, Nevada; (3) Lee County, Florida; (4) Orlando, Florida; and (5) Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Sec. 103) Authorizes the Secretary to carry out specified major medical facility leases (leases) in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, and Wisconsin. (Sec. 104) Authorizes the Secretary to carry out a project to construct a new VA medical facility in Okaloosa County, Florida. (Sec. 105) Authorizes appropriations for projects and leases authorized under this title. (Sec. 106) Requires a report from the Secretary to the congressional veterans committees on the progress of the VA's Director of Construction and Facilities Administration in carrying out required duties. (Sec. 107) Directs the Secretary to report annually to the veterans committees detailing information on VA community-based outpatient clinics and other outpatient clinics. Title II: Extension of Certain Authorities - (Sec. 201) Makes permanent the temporary authority to consider noninstitutional extended care services as covered VA medical services. (Sec. 202) Extends through FY2013 VA authority to conduct audits of payments made for non-VA car… 2022-02-03T05:17:41Z  
110-hr-6774 110 hr 6774 Protecting Military Family Financial Benefits Act of 2007 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-08-01 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Shea-Porter, Carol [D-NH-1] NH D S001170 0 Protecting Military Family Financial Benefits Act of 2007 [sic] - Allows an unmarried member of the Armed Forces with one or more dependent children, upon becoming eligible to participate in the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), to elect to provide an SBP annuity to an individual who acts as a guardian or caretaker to the dependent child or children.Directs the Secretary of Defense to appoint a panel to review and identify best practices among pre-deployment counseling and services provided by the military departments to unmarried members of the Armed Forces with dependent children. 2019-11-15T20:50:13Z  
110-hr-6792 110 hr 6792 Veterans Physical Therapy Services Improvement Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-08-01 2008-08-01 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Herseth Sandlin, Stephanie [D-SD-At Large] SD D H001037 8 Veterans Physical Therapy Services Improvement Act of 2008 - Establishes in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): (1) the position of Director of Physical Therapy Service; and (2) degree and license requirements for appointment to a physical therapist position. Establishes the Department of Veterans Affairs Geriatric, Amputee, Polytrauma, and Rehabilitation Research Fellowships Program to assist in the recruitment of qualified physical therapists for VHA positions specializing in the areas of geriatrics, amputee rehabilitation, polytrauma care, and rehabilitation research. 2017-12-14T21:31:34Z  
110-hr-6798 110 hr 6798 To amend title 38, United States Code, to establish a presumption of service connection for certain cancers occurring in veterans who served in the Republic of Vietnam and were exposed to certain herbicide agents, and for other purposes. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-08-01 2008-08-01 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Kagen, Steve [D-WI-8] WI D K000365 10 Presumes to be service-connected, and therefore compensable through veterans' disability compensation, cancers of any tissues through the opening of the gastrointestinal tract to the end, becoming manifest to a degree of disability of 10% or more. 2021-04-20T15:25:43Z  
110-hr-6802 110 hr 6802 Veterans' Authorities Extension Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-08-01 2008-08-01 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Buyer, Steve [R-IN-4] IN R B001203 0 Veterans' Authorities Extension Act of 2008 - Makes permanent the authority of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to: (1) include noninstitutional extended care services within authorized services; (2) provide hospital care, medical services, and nursing home care to veterans who participated in certain chemical and biological testing conducted by the Department of Defense (DOD); (3) carry out certain income verification in order to verify eligibility for needs-based care and services; and (4) establish research corporations. Extends through: (1) FY2013 VA authority to conduct recovery audits with respect to benefit overpayments; and (2) 2009 VA authority to provide nursing home care to certain service-connected disabled veterans in need of such care. 2022-02-03T05:17:41Z  
110-s-3419 110 s 3419 Veterans Disability Benefits Claims Modernization Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-08-01 2008-08-01 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Senate Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] NY D C001041 2 Veterans Disability Benefits Claims Modernization Act of 2008 - Revises or adds provisions relating to the disability compensation system of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to: (1) establish in the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) an Office of Survivors Assistance to provide assistance to veterans' survivors and dependents regarding VA benefits and services; (2) require a study on adjusting the schedule for rating veterans' disabilities; (3) establish the Advisory Committee on Disability Compensation; (4) require a study on the employee work credit system of the VBA; (5) require a study on the VBA's work management system; (6) require the certification and training of VBA employees responsible for processing claims; (7) require an annual independent assessment of the VBA's quality assurance program; (8) provide for the expedited VBA treatment of fully developed claims and a checklist for individuals submitting incomplete claims; (9) require a study of the VBA's need to employ additional medical professionals to act as a medical reference for employees handling claims; (10) provide for the assignment of partial disability ratings to certain veterans; (11) require a review and revision of VBA use of information technology; and (12) allow a claim beneficiary to be substituted as a claimant in the case of the death of a veteran claimant while a claim is awaiting adjudication or appeal. Requires the Chief Judge of the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to report annually to the congressional veterans' committees on the Court's workload. Revises provisions concerning the jurisdiction and finality of decisions of the Court. 2017-12-15T00:37:55Z  
110-s-3423 110 s 3423 A bill to provide for equity in the award of military decorations and citations for service in the Armed Forces since March 20, 2003, and for other purposes. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-08-01 2008-08-01 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH] OH D B000944 0 Requires the Secretary of Defense to: (1) ensure that each member and unit of the Armed Forces (including the National Guard and Reserve) that has served since March 20, 2003, is awarded each decoration, medal, citation, commendation, or other military award (award) to which such member or unit is entitled by reason of service since that date; and (2) conduct an audit to determine whether any such award has yet to be awarded. Directs each military department Secretary to establish procedures for the expedited review by general or flag officers of awards for service in combat or under hostile fire. Requires a report from the Secretary to Congress on progress made in authorized awards. 2017-12-15T00:37:59Z  
110-s-3432 110 s 3432 Servicemembers Access to Justice Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-08-01 2008-08-01 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Senate Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA] PA D C001070 2 Servicemembers Access to Justice Act of 2008 - Waives a state's sovereign immunity with respect to the enforcement of uniformed services members' employment or reemployment rights or benefits under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA). Makes unenforceable agreements between an employer and employee requiring arbitration of disputes arising under USERRA. Provides exceptions. Requires the validity and enforceability of such an agreement to be determined by a court (as opposed to the arbitrator). Provides increased liquidated damages, and authorizes punitive damages, against state or private employer violations of USERRA. Provides a right to a jury trial in such cases. Requires (under current law, authorizes) the award of attorney fees in actions to enforce USERRA. Defines "successor in interest" for USERRA purposes. Prohibits: (1) any statute of limitations from applying to USERRA proceedings; and (2) wage discrimination against members covered under USERRA. Requires (under current law, authorizes) a court to use equitable relief, including injunctions and restraining orders when appropriate, for USERRA violations. 2017-12-15T00:38:09Z  
110-s-3437 110 s 3437 Restoring America's Integrity Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-08-01 2008-08-01 Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence. (text of measure as introduce: CR S8045) Senate Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] CA D F000062 6 Restoring America's Integrity Act - Prohibits any individual in the custody or control of personnel of the intelligence community (IC) or element or instrumentality thereof, regardless of nationality or physical location, from being subject to any treatment or technique of interrogation not authorized by the U.S. Army Field Manual on Human Intelligence Collector Operations. Requires the head of an IC element or instrumentality who detains or has control of such an individual to notify the International Committee of the Red Cross and provide access to such individual in a manner consistent with practices of the Armed Forces. Prohibits the Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) from permitting a CIA contractor or subcontractor to carry out an interrogation (instead requiring a CIA employee to do so). 2019-11-15T21:43:43Z  
110-hr-6686 110 hr 6686 COMBAT Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. McNerney, Jerry [D-CA-11] CA D M001166 5 Combat Operations and Medical Benefit Authorization for Our Troops Act of 2008 or COMBAT Act - Increases the maximum monthly rates of: (1) hazardous duty pay; (2) hostile fire or imminent danger pay; (3) special pay for service as a member of a Weapons of Mass Destruction Civil Support Team; (4) special pay for members extending duty at designated overseas locations; (5) combat-related injury rehabilitation pay; and (6) the family separation allowance. Increases the maximum annual rates of special pay for: (1) officers serving as psychologists and nonphysician health care providers; and (2) special warfare officers extending their active-duty period. 2019-11-15T20:50:13Z  
110-hr-6695 110 hr 6695 To amend title 38, United States Code, to conform the mileage reimbursement rates used under the beneficiary travel program administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to the mileage reimbursement rates for Government employees on official business who use privately owned vehicles, to eliminate all deductibles under the beneficiary travel program, to ensure that all veterans can participate in the beneficiary travel program, and for other purposes. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Walz, Timothy J. [D-MN-1] MN D W000799 16 Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, in determining the amount of any allowance or reimbursement to be paid under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) veterans beneficiary travel program, to use the mileage reimbursement rates for the use of privately owned vehicles by government employees traveling on official business. Authorizes the Secretary to use a rate in excess of such rate. Prohibits the Secretary from making payments for travel performed by a special mode unless it is: (1) medically required and previously authorized; or (2) in connection with a medical emergency of such a nature that delay would have been hazardous to the person's life or health. Eliminates required deductions in connection with travel under the program. Allows such payments in connection with all veterans and family members eligible for examination, treatment, care, rehabilitation, or counseling through the VA. 2021-04-20T15:24:53Z  
110-hr-6711 110 hr 6711 Veterans Community Health Enhancement Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Labor, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Hensarling, Jeb [R-TX-5] TX R H001036 0 Veterans Community Health Enhancement Act of 2008 - Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to transfer funds appropriated for FY2009 for the National Endowment for the Humanities and the National Endowment for the Arts to the Department of Veterans Affairs for the enhancement of services for veterans at community-based outpatient clinics. 2021-06-07T20:05:55Z  
110-hr-6712 110 hr 6712 America's Commitment to Veterans Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Hensarling, Jeb [R-TX-5] TX R H001036 0 America's Commitment to Veterans Act of 2008 - Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to transfer funds appropriated for FY2009 for the Legal Services Corporation and for family planning programs under the Public Health Service Act to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for veterans' medical services. 2021-06-07T20:05:55Z  
110-hr-6723 110 hr 6723 Guaranteed Benefits for Our Troops Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Braley, Bruce L. [D-IA-1] IA D B001259 13 Guaranteed Benefits for Our Troops Act - Directs the Secretary of the military department concerned to provide uncharged leave or a monetary benefit to any member or former member of the Armed Forces who, on any day beginning on January 19, 2007, and ending on the date of implementation of the Post-Deployment/Mobilization Respite Absence program, would have qualified for a day of administrative absence under such program had it been in effect. Makes such benefit: (1) an amount not to exceed $200 for each day, in the case of a former member; and (2) either one day of administrative absence or an amount not to exceed $200, in the case of a current member. Excludes from such benefit any members discharged or released under other than honorable conditions. Sets at 40 the maximum number of days for which such benefit may be provided. 2019-11-15T20:50:13Z  
110-hr-6731 110 hr 6731 Department of Veterans Affairs Loan Extension Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51] CA D F000116 4 Department of Veterans Affairs Loan Extension Act of 2008 - Extends through FY2019 Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) demonstration projects on the guaranteeing of veterans' adjustable rate and hybrid adjustable rate mortgage loans in a manner similar to which the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development insures such mortgages under the National Housing Act. Increases, from 2500 to 2600, the cap on the number of veterans for which programs of independent living services and assistance may be annually initiated. 2022-02-03T05:17:41Z  
110-hr-6732 110 hr 6732 To amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the meaning of "combat with the enemy" for purposes of service-connection of disabilities. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Hall, John J. [D-NY-19] NY D H001039 11 Defines "combat with the enemy," for purposes of proof of service-connection for veterans' disability compensation, as service on active duty: (1) in a theater of combat operations during a period of war; or (2) in combat against a hostile force during a period of hostilities. 2017-12-14T21:30:35Z  
110-hr-6743 110 hr 6743 Department of Defense Service Dog Pilot Program Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3] NC R J000255 0 Department of Defense Service Dog Pilot Program Act of 2008 - Directs the Secretary of Defense to establish and carry out a two-year pilot program to furnish service dogs to any member of the Armed Forces: (1) who has a service-connected disability, including a disability that limits mobility; and (2) for whom a service dog may be of substantial benefit in the treatment of such disability. 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z  
110-hr-6760 110 hr 6760 Combat Bonus Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Stupak, Bart [D-MI-1] MI D S001045 0 Combat Bonus Act - Requires the payment of a one-time bonus of $1,500 to each active-duty and reserve member of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Merchant Marines who: (1) serves for 90 days or more on or after October 7, 2001, in a combat zone designated in connection with Operations Iraqi Freedom or Enduring Freedom; and (2) if discharged or released, is done so under conditions other than dishonorable. Makes individuals eligible for such bonus for qualifying service of less than 90 days if the individual: (1) dies of injuries incurred in connection with such service; or (2) is evacuated from a theater of combat due to an injury incurred in connection with such service. 2023-01-11T13:15:49Z  
110-hr-6764 110 hr 6764 To amend title 38, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to submit to Congress quarterly reports on vacancies in mental health professional positions in Department of Veterans Affairs medical facilities. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Tsongas, Niki [D-MA-5] MA D T000465 2 Directs the Secretary to report quarterly to Congress describing any vacancy in a mental health professional position at any medical facility of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). 2023-01-11T13:15:50Z  
110-hr-6765 110 hr 6765 To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a pilot program to provide outreach and training to certain college and university mental health centers relating to the mental health of veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, and for other purposes. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Tsongas, Niki [D-MA-5] MA D T000465 2 Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a four-year pilot program to provide outreach and training services related to the mental health of veterans of Operations Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom to counseling centers, student health or wellness centers, or student services centers at colleges or universities with large enrollments of such veterans. 2023-01-11T13:15:49Z  
110-s-3374 110 s 3374 Healing Our Nation's Heroes Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7910-7914) Senate Sen. Smith, Gordon H. [R-OR] OR R S001142 1 Healing Our Nation's Heroes Act of 2008 - Establishes a commission on veterans and members of the Armed Forces (members) with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), or other mental health disorders caused by military service. Requires the commission to: (1) oversee the monitoring and treatment of veterans and members with such disorders; and (2) conduct a study of the long-term adverse consequences of such disorders for such veterans and members. Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (Secretary) to carry out a program, to be known as the Heroes-to-Healers Program, to assist veterans and members separating from service to: (1) obtain certification as mental health care providers; and (2) find employment with federal, state, and local agencies and nongovernmental organizations that provide mental health care to members, veterans, and their families. Requires participants, following certification, to work for at least five years in such mental health care capacity, but authorizes the Secretary to waive such requirement when considered appropriate. Authorizes the Secretary of Education to pay a bonus of up to $10,000 to a Program participant who agrees to such service. Authorizes the Secretary of Education to establish a program to award grants to encourage state and local mental health agencies and other entities to establish, expand, or enhance mental health provider recruitment and retention efforts. Requires participants who receive training through the program to serve at a high-need medical facility or agency for at least three years. 2017-12-15T00:36:50Z  
110-s-3376 110 s 3376 United States Olympic Committee Paralympic Program Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Senate Sen. Salazar, Ken [D-CO] CO D S001163 0 United States Olympic Committee Paralympic Program Act of 2008 - Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to make grants to the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) to plan, develop, manage, and implement the Paralympic Program for disabled veterans and disabled members of the Armed Forces.Directs the USOC to use a grant to recruit, support, encourage, schedule, facilitate, supervise, and implement paralympic instruction, participation, and competition activities, training and technical assistance, and coordination, program development, and other specified activities for veterans and members of the Armed Forces with physical disabilities.Sets forth outreach, coordination, application, and memorandum of understanding requirements.Establishes in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) an Office of National Veterans Sports Programs and Special Events to establish, carry out, and provide for VA sponsorship of and participation by disabled veterans in qualifying programs and events. Authorizes the Office Director to provide a monthly assistance allowance to a disabled veteran invited by the USOC to compete for, or selected for, the Paralympic Team.Requires the Secretary to direct the Under Secretary for Health of the VA to: (1) make available recreational and physical therapists and other medical staff to facilitate veteran participation in sporting events conducted under the auspices of the USOC; (2) allow such personnel to participate in the USOC Paralympic Program without requiring the use of personal leave; and (3) support other similar activities or events. 2017-12-15T00:36:53Z  
110-s-3386 110 s 3386 Limitations on Interrogation Techniques Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence. Senate Sen. Bond, Christopher S. [R-MO] MO R B000611 4 Limitations on Interrogation Techniques Act of 2008 - Prohibits any individual in the custody or control of personnel of an element of the intelligence community or contractor or subcontractor thereof, regardless of nationality or physical location, from being subject to the following interrogation techniques: (1) forcing the individual to be naked, perform sexual acts, or pose in a sexual manner; (2) placing hoods or sacks over the head of the individual or using duct tape over the eyes; (3) applying beatings, electrical shock, burns, or similar forms of physical pain; (4) using the technique known as waterboarding; (5) using military working dogs; (6) inducing hypothermia or heat injury; (7) conducting mock executions; or (8) depriving the individual of adequate food, water, or medical care. 2019-11-15T21:43:43Z  
110-s-3388 110 s 3388 A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the assignment of pre-stabilization disability ratings to certain veterans for purposes of the payment of disability compensation, and for other purposes. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Senate Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY] WY R B001261 0 Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, with respect to veterans who have been discharged from active-duty service for 365 days or less and for whom a permanent disability rating is not immediately assignable, to assign a pre-stabilization disability rating of: (1) 100%, for a veteran with a severe disability for whom substantially gainful employment is not feasible or advisable; and (2) 50%, for a veteran with a wound or injury for whom material impairment of employability is likely. Terminates the pre-stabilization rating: (1) when a veteran receives a permanent disability rating based on the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) schedule for rating disabilities; or (2) 365 days after the veteran's last separation or release from active duty. Allows the Secretary, when appropriate, to extend the pre-stabilization rating beyond such date. 2017-12-15T00:37:13Z  
110-s-3400 110 s 3400 GI Bill Fairness Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Senate Sen. Alexander, Lamar [R-TN] TN R A000360 0 GI Bill Fairness Act - Revises the amount payable to veterans for pursuit of a program of education under the post-9/11 veterans' educational assistance program to make such amount the highest amount charged by an institution of higher education in the appropriate state for tuition and fees for in-state undergraduate students for full-time pursuit of such programs of education. Provides a monthly housing stipend for an individual pursuing a program of education through distance learning equal to the basic allowance for housing for a member residing in military housing in that area. 2017-12-15T00:37:30Z  
110-s-3407 110 s 3407 A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize commanders of wounded warrior battalions to accept charitable gifts on behalf of the wounded members of the Armed Forces assigned to such battalions. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] NC R B001135 5 Authorizes a unit commander in grade O-5 or higher to accept charitable gifts on behalf of certain individuals who incur a wound, injury, or illness in the line of duty. 2017-12-15T00:37:38Z  
110-sres-636 110 sres 636 A resolution recognizing the strategic success of the troop surge in Iraq and expressing gratitude to the members of the United States Armed Forces who made that success possible. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-31 2008-07-31 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7973) Senate Sen. Lieberman, Joseph I. [ID-CT] CT ID L000304 34 Commends and expresses gratitude to: (1) the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces for the service, sacrifices, and heroism that made the success of the troop surge in Iraq possible; and (2) General David H. Petraeus, General Raymond Odierno, and Ambassador Ryan Crocker for the distinguished wartime leadership that made such success possible. Recognizes the success of the troop surge in Iraq and its strategic significance in advancing U.S. vital national interests in Iraq, the Middle East, and the world, in particular as a strategic victory in a central front of the war on terrorism. Recognizes that the gains achieved as a result of the troop surge are significant but not permanent, and that it is imperative that no action be taken that jeopardizes those gains or dishonors the service and sacrifice of the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces who made those gains possible. 2017-12-14T22:05:32Z  
110-hr-6662 110 hr 6662 Fallen Hero Commemoration Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-30 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3] NC R J000255 10 Fallen Hero Commemoration Act - Directs the Secretary of Defense to grant access to accredited members of the media: (1) at military commemoration ceremonies and military memorial services for members of the Armed Forces who have died on active duty; and (2) when the remains of such members arrive at U.S. military installations. Authorizes the Secretary to establish the policy for media accreditation. 2019-11-15T20:50:13Z  
110-hconres-397 110 hconres 397 Expressing the sense of the Congress regarding sexual assaults and rape in the military. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-29 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Harman, Jane [D-CA-36] CA D H000213 38 Calls for the Secretary of Defense to develop a comprehensive strategy to increase and encourage investigation and prosecution of sexual assault and rape cases in the military. Sets forth elements to be included in such strategy, including: (1) requiring commanders to be held accountable for sexual assaults and rapes in their units and for disposition of such cases; (2) developing prevention and response programs to create a culture that prevents sexual assault and rape in the military and encourages more reporting by victims; (3) reviewing the capacity of the legal infrastructure in the military to investigate and prosecute effectively sexual assault cases; (4) examining any barriers on military facilities to conducting effective investigations of sexual assault and rape cases; and (5) ensuring that the command affords an alleged sexual assault victim an opportunity for a base transfer should a military protection order be issued. 2021-09-29T14:18:15Z  
110-hr-6625 110 hr 6625 Veteran Voting Support Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-29 2008-10-02 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. House Rep. Brady, Robert A. [D-PA-1] PA D B001227 55 Veteran Voting Support Act - Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to permit a state to designate facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) located in the state as voter registration agencies under the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 solely for the purposes of providing voter registration services to individuals receiving (or applying to receive) services or assistance from the facility. Requires any VA facility designated as a voter registration agency, with respect to such individuals, to: (1) provide information relating to the opportunity to request an absentee ballot; (2) make available absentee ballot applications and, upon request, assistance in completing such applications and absentee ballots; and (3) work with local election officials to ensure the proper delivery of such applications and ballots. Declares that nothing in this Act may be construed to waive any requirement under state or local law regarding an individual's eligibility to receive an absentee ballot or vote by absentee ballot in any election. Directs the Secretary to permit a meaningful opportunity for nonpartisan organizations to provide voter registration information and assistance at VA facilities. Prohibits the Secretary from banning any election administration official, whether state or local, party-affiliated or non-party affiliated, or elected or appointed, from providing nonpartisan voting information to veterans at any VA facility. Directs the Secretary to provide reasonable access to VA facilities to state and local election officials for the purpose of providing nonpartisan voter registration services to individuals. 2022-02-03T05:19:20Z  
110-hr-6626 110 hr 6626 To authorize the Secretary of the Navy to repay Federal educational loans of officers of the United States Marine Corps who were commissioned on or after September 11, 2001. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-29 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Shays, Christopher [R-CT-4] CT R S001144 1 Authorizes the Secretary of the Navy to pay the balance on any federal educational loan of an officer of the Marine Corps who was commissioned on or after September 11, 2001, and is not in default on such loan. 2019-11-15T20:50:13Z  
110-hr-6629 110 hr 6629 Veterans Health Equity Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-29 2008-07-29 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Shea-Porter, Carol [D-NH-1] NH D S001170 1 Veterans Health Equity Act of 2008 - Requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, with respect to each of the 48 contiguous states, to ensure that veterans eligible for hospital care and medical services through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have access to: (1) at least one full-service hospital of the Veterans Health Administration in the state; or (2) hospital care and medical services comparable to that provided in full-service hospitals through contract with other health providers in the state. 2022-02-03T05:17:41Z  
110-s-3339 110 s 3339 An original bill to amend chapter 33 of title 38, United States Code, to clarify and improve authorities relating to the availability of post-9/11 veterans educational assistance, and for other purposes. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-26 2008-07-26 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 902. Senate Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] HI D A000069 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Revises the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) program of educational assistance for veterans who have served in the Armed Forces since September 11, 2001, to provide the maximum rates to be paid to individuals pursuing programs of education outside the United States at branches of educational institutions: (1) based in the United States; and (2) not based in the United States. Allows only public and private nonprofit institutions of higher education to participate in a VA program of public-private contributions for additional educational assistance for such veterans. Requires participating colleges and universities to: (1) report to the Secretary of Veterans Affairs on the manner in which the college or university would provide such additional assistance, and the amount provided to each participant; and (2) provide the same amount of additional assistance to all veterans receiving assistance at such college or university. Requires the VA to ensure that the Post-9/11 educational assistance program can be implemented by August 1, 2009. Provides authority for interim regulations. 2022-02-03T05:09:30Z  
110-hr-6599 110 hr 6599 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2009 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-24 2008-09-08 Received in the Senate. Read twice. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 945. House Rep. Edwards, Chet [D-TX-17] TX D E000063 0 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Act, 2009 - Title I: Department of Defense - Appropriates funds for FY2009 for the Department of Defense (DOD) for: (1) military construction for the Army, Navy and Marine Corps, and Air Force (military departments), DOD, the Army and Air National Guard, and the Army, Navy, and Air Force reserves; (2) the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Security Investment Program; (3) family housing construction and related operation and maintenance for the military departments and DOD; (4) the Department of Defense Family Housing Improvement Fund; (5) the Homeowners Assistance Fund; (6) chemical demilitarization construction; and (7) the Department of Defense Base Closure Accounts of 1990 and 2005. Specifies restrictions and authorizations regarding the use of funds appropriated in this title and in other military construction appropriations Acts. (Sec. 113) Directs the Secretary of Defense to notify the appropriate congressional committees 30 days in advance of the plans and scope of any proposed military exercise involving U.S. personnel if construction costs are anticipated to exceed $100,000. (Sec. 118) Directs the Secretary to report to the appropriations committees on actions proposed by DOD to encourage other members of NATO, Japan, South Korea, and U.S. allies bordering the Arabian Sea to assume a greater share of the common defense burden of such nations and the United States. (Sec. 121) Requires the Secretary of the military department concerned, at least 60 days prior to issuing any solicitation for a contract with the private sector for military family housing, to notify the appropriations committees of any guarantees (including the making of mortgage or rental payments) proposed to be made to the private party in the event of: (1) the closure or realignment of the installation for which the housing is provided; (2) a reduction in force of units stationed at such installation; or (3) the extended deployment overseas of units stationed at such instal… 2022-02-03T05:19:44Z  
110-hr-6615 110 hr 6615 Giving Inmate Terrorists More Opportunities (GITMO) Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-24 2008-07-24 Referred to the Committee on Armed Services, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. House Rep. Gohmert, Louie [R-TX-1] TX R G000552 0 Giving Inmate Terrorists More Opportunities (GITMO) Act of 2008 - Directs the Secretary of Defense to immediately transport all enemy combatants detained in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, to Washington, DC, where the U.S. Supreme Court shall hold such prisoners on Court grounds, confined by adequate fencing. Requires the Secretary to: (1) provide shelter for such detainees outside the Court building, but on Court grounds; (2) provide guards; and (3) implement a system to ensure that the prisoners receive an appropriate amount of food and water. Directs detainees to use the restroom facilities inside the Court building. Allows any of the nine justices to guard the prisoners, or provide them with food and water, whenever they choose. Provides that, if either the Secretary or any of the justices refuses to carry out their duties under this Act, then their respective department or Court shall receive funding for the next fiscal year at half the level appropriated for the current fiscal year, or until such time as the Court no longer desires to micromanage the prisoners. 2021-06-07T20:05:37Z  
110-s-3332 110 s 3332 Spina Bifida Health Care Program Expansion Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-24 2008-07-24 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Senate Sen. Bayh, Evan [D-IN] IN D B001233 1 Spina Bifida Health Care Program Expansion Act - Requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to provide comprehensive health care coverage through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) for a child of a Vietnam veteran who is suffering from spina bifida. (Current law requires the Secretary to provide such child such health care as the Secretary determines is needed by the child for the spina bifida or any disability that is associated with such condition.) 2017-12-15T00:35:25Z  
110-hr-6580 110 hr 6580 Hubbard Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-23 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Kind, Ron [D-WI-3] WI D K000188 7 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Hubbard Act - Amends federal employment, armed forces, military pay, and veterans' benefits law to authorize the provision of the following benefits to a member of the Armed Forces who is discharged at the member's request pursuant to a Department of Defense (DOD) policy permitting the early discharge of a member who is the only surviving child in a family in which the father or mother, or one or more siblings, served in the Armed Forces and, incident to such service, was killed, died as a result of wounds, accident, or disease, is in a captured or missing in action status, or is permanently disabled: (1) continued payment, through the original agreed-upon service period, of any bonus, incentive, or similar benefit to which the member was entitled during service; (2) separation pay, even though the member has completed less than six years of active service before discharge; (3) transitional health care, on the same basis as an active-duty member, for 180 days after discharge; (4) transitional commissary and exchange benefits, on the same basis as an active-duty member, for two years after discharge; (5) veterans' housing loan, employment and training, and basic educational assistance; (6) federal unemployment compensation; and (7) veteran's preference for federal employment purposes. Amends the Internal Revenue Code to repeal the limitation on contributions to funeral trusts. Makes this Act effective with respect to any such discharge granted after September 11, 2001. 2023-11-13T20:31:12Z  
110-hr-6591 110 hr 6591 To amend the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2008 to provide for the conveyance to the United States of certain non-Federal land to be used by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the construction of a veterans medical facility. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-23 2008-07-28 Referred to the Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests and Public Lands. House Rep. Perlmutter, Ed [D-CO-7] CO D P000593 6 Authorizes the city of Aurora, Colorado, to convey by donation to the United States nonfederal lands consisting of parcel I of the former United States Army Garrison Fitzsimons, Colorado, as more specifically described in the deed, and the parcel of land described in the deed, for construction of a veterans' medical facility. 2019-11-15T21:29:24Z  
110-hres-1366 110 hres 1366 Recognizing Honor Flight Michigan, Inc., for its important work in recognizing World War II veterans and expressing condolences to the family and friends of David Cameron following his death. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-23 2008-07-23 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Knollenberg, Joe [R-MI-9] MI R K000288 2 Honors the mission of Honor Flight Michigan and the World War II veterans who served our country. Recognizes the patriotism of David and Carole Cameron, co-founders of Honor Flight Michigan. Mourns the loss of David Cameron. 2017-12-14T16:24:14Z  
110-s-3310 110 s 3310 A bill to provide benefits under the Post-Development/Mobilization Respite Absence program for certain periods before the implementation of the program. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-23 2008-07-23 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. Senate Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] OR D W000779 6 Directs the Secretary of the military department concerned to provide uncharged leave or a monetary benefit to any member or former member of the Armed Forces who, on any day beginning on January 19, 2007, and ending on the date of implementation of the Post-Deployment/Mobilization Respite Absence program, would have qualified for a day of administrative absence under such program had it been in effect. Makes such benefit: (1) an amount not to exceed $200 for each day, in the case of a former member; and (2) either one day of administrative absence or an amount not to exceed $200, in the case of a current member. Excludes from such benefit any members discharged or released under other than honorable conditions. Sets at 40 the maximum number of days for which such benefit may be provided. 2017-12-15T00:34:44Z  
110-hr-6562 110 hr 6562 Agent Orange Equity Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-22 2008-07-22 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51] CA D F000116 28 Agent Orange Equity Act of 2008 - Includes as part of the Republic of Vietnam, for purposes of the presumption of service connection for diseases associated with exposure by veterans to certain herbicide agents while in Vietnam, such Republic's inland waterways, waters offshore, and airspace above. 2021-04-20T15:23:09Z  
110-hres-1364 110 hres 1364 Recognizing the persons who are serving or have served in the airborne forces of the Armed Forces. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-22 2008-09-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Davis, Geoff [R-KY-4] KY R D000603 37 Recognizes the importance, heroism, and sacrifice of the men and women who are serving in or have served in the airborne forces. Urges the American people to remember and teach future generations about the contribution and dedication of such individuals. Urges the President to designate a National Airborne Day. 2019-11-15T20:50:14Z  
110-s-3299 110 s 3299 A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to extend the demonstration project on adjustable rate mortgages and the demonstration project on hybrid adjustable rate mortgages. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-22 2008-07-22 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Senate Sen. Ensign, John [R-NV] NV R E000194 5 Extends the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) demonstration projects on the guaranteeing of veterans' adjustable rate and hybrid adjustable rate mortgage loans in a manner similar to which the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development insures such mortgages under the National Housing Act. 2017-12-15T00:34:28Z  
110-s-3301 110 s 3301 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2009 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-22 2008-07-22 Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 892. Senate Sen. Johnson, Tim [D-SD] SD D J000177 0 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary has been expanded because action occurred on the measure.) Military Construction and Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2009 - Title I: Department of Defense - Appropriates funds for FY2009 for the Department of Defense (DOD) for: (1) military construction for the Army, Navy and Marine Corps, and Air Force (military departments), DOD, the Army and Air National Guard, and the Army, Navy, and Air Force reserves; (2) the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Security Investment Program; (3) family housing and related operation and maintenance for the military departments and DOD; (4) the Department of Defense Family Housing Improvement Fund; (5) the Homeowners Assistance Fund; (6) chemical demilitarization construction; and (7) the Department of Defense Base Closure Accounts of 1990 and 2005. Specifies restrictions and authorizations regarding the use of funds appropriated in this title and in other military construction appropriations Acts. (Sec. 113) Directs the Secretary of Defense to notify the appropriate congressional committees 30 days in advance of the plans and scope of any proposed military exercise involving U.S. personnel if construction costs are anticipated to exceed $100,000. (Sec. 118) Directs the Secretary to report to the appropriations committees on actions taken by DOD and the Department of State during the previous fiscal year to encourage other member nations of NATO, Japan, South Korea, and U.S. allies bordering the Arabian Sea to assume a greater share of the common defense burden of such nations and the United States. (Sec. 121) Requires the Secretary of the military department concerned, at least 60 days prior to issuing any solicitation for a contract with the private sector for military family housing, to notify the appropriations committees of any guarantee (including the making of mortgage or rental payments) proposed to be made to the private party in the event of: (1) the closure or real… 2022-02-03T05:15:36Z  
110-s-3307 110 s 3307 Providing Real Outreach for Veterans Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-22 2008-07-22 Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Senate Sen. Clinton, Hillary Rodham [D-NY] NY D C001041 1 Providing Real Outreach for Veterans Act of 2008 or PRO-VETS Act of 2008 - Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (Secretary) to enter into an agreement with the Secretary of Defense for the transfer of data to the Secretary for providing members of the Armed Forces and veterans with individualized information concerning veterans' benefits that each member and veteran may be eligible for. Requires the Secretary, after receiving such data, to: (1) compile a list of all benefits for which each member or veteran may be eligible; (2) notify the member or veteran (or their legal representative) of such benefits; and (3) provide a second notification if the member or veteran does not apply for a listed benefit within 60 days, as well as annual notifications thereafter. Requires additional notifications based on changed circumstances. Allows each member or veteran the option to decline further notifications. Directs the Secretary to use transferred data to reduce the amount of information that a member or veteran must provide when applying for benefits. Requires the Secretary of Defense to provide a member or veteran the opportunity to decline authorization for the transfer of information under this Act. 2017-12-15T00:34:41Z  
110-s-3308 110 s 3308 Veteran Voting Support Act Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-22 2008-09-15 Committee on Rules and Administration. Hearings held. Senate Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] CA D F000062 14 Veteran Voting Support Act - Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to permit a state to designate facilities of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) located in the state as voter registration agencies under the National Voter Registration Act of 1993. Requires any VA facility designated as a voter registration agency to: (1) provide information relating to the opportunity to request an absentee ballot; (2) make available absentee ballot applications and absentee ballots upon request, as well as assistance in completing them; and (3) work with local election officials to ensure the proper delivery of such applications and ballots. Directs the Secretary to permit a meaningful opportunity for nonpartisan organizations to provide voter registration information and assistance at VA facilities. Prohibits the Secretary from banning any election administration official, whether state or local, party-affiliated or non-party affiliated, or elected or appointed, from providing nonpartisan voting information to veterans at any VA facility. Directs the Secretary to provide reasonable access to VA facilities to state and local election officials for the purpose of providing nonpartisan voter registration services to individuals. 2019-04-11T15:40:47Z  
110-hconres-390 110 hconres 390 Honoring the 28th Infantry Division for serving and protecting the United States. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-17 2008-09-16 Received in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. House Rep. Carney, Christopher P. [D-PA-10] PA D C001065 108 Honors the 28th Infantry Division of the U.S. Army for serving and protecting the United States. 2022-02-03T05:11:50Z  
110-hr-6543 110 hr 6543 To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend the demonstration project on adjustable rate mortgages and the demonstration project on hybrid adjustable rate mortgages. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-17 2008-07-17 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Brown-Waite, Ginny [R-FL-5] FL R B001247 2 Extends the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) demonstration projects on the guaranteeing of veterans' adjustable rate and hybrid adjustable rate mortgage loans in a manner similar to which the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development insures such mortgages under the National Housing Act. 2017-12-14T21:27:06Z  
110-hr-6545 110 hr 6545 National Energy Security Intelligence Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-17 2008-07-24 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Select Committee on Intelligence. House Rep. Cazayoux, Donald J., Jr. [D-LA-6] LA D C001073 8 (This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) National Energy Security Intelligence Act of 2008 - Requires the Director of National Intelligence to submit to Congress a national intelligence assessment on national security and energy security issues relating to rapidly escalating energy costs, including: (1) the short- and long-term outlook for prices, supply, and demand for key forms of energy such as crude oil, natural gas, and alternative fuels; (2) the plans and intentions of key energy-producing and exporting nations with respect to energy production and supply; and (3) the national security implications. 2019-11-15T21:43:43Z  
110-hr-6510 110 hr 6510 To require the Director of National Intelligence to conduct a national intelligence assessment on national security and energy security issues relating to rapidly escalating energy costs. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-16 2008-07-16 Referred to the House Committee on Intelligence (Permanent Select). House Rep. Hoekstra, Peter [R-MI-2] MI R H000676 0 Requires the Director of National Intelligence to submit to Congress a national intelligence assessment on national security and energy security issues relating to rapidly escalating energy costs, including: (1) the short- and long-term outlook for prices, supply, and demand for key forms of energy such as crude oil, natural gas, and alternative fuels; (2) the plans and intentions of key energy-producing and exporting nations with respect to energy production and supply; and (3) the national security implications. 2019-11-15T20:44:01Z  
110-hr-6514 110 hr 6514 To amend title 10, United States Code, to ensure that every military chaplain has the prerogative to close a prayer outside of a religious service according to the dictates of the chaplain's own conscience. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-16 2008-08-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Jones, Walter B., Jr. [R-NC-3] NC R J000255 2 Authorizes a military chaplain, if called upon to lead a prayer outside of a religious service, to close the prayer according to the dictates of the chaplain's conscience. 2019-11-15T20:50:13Z  
110-hr-6494 110 hr 6494 Providing Real Outreach for Veterans Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-15 2008-08-04 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. House Rep. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY-20] NY D G000555 6 Providing Real Outreach for Veterans Act of 2008 or PRO-VETS Act of 2008 - Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (Secretary) to enter into an agreement with the Secretary of Defense for the transfer of data to the Secretary for providing members of the Armed Forces and veterans with individualized information concerning veterans' benefits that each member and veteran may be eligible for. Requires the Secretary, after receiving such data, to: (1) compile a list of all benefits for which each member or veteran may be eligible; (2) notify the member or veteran (or their legal representative) of such benefits; and (3) provide a second notification if the member or veteran does not apply for a listed benefit within 60 days, as well as annual notifications thereafter. Requires additional notifications based on changed circumstances. Allows each member or veteran the option to decline further notifications. Directs the Secretary to use transferred data to reduce the amount of information that a member or veteran must provide when applying for benefits. Requires the Secretary of Defense to provide a member or veteran the opportunity to decline authorization for the transfer of information under this Act. 2021-06-07T20:05:11Z  
110-hr-6465 110 hr 6465 To amend title 38, United States Code, to extend the demonstration project on adjustable rate mortgages and the demonstration project on hybrid adjustable rate mortgages. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-10 2008-07-10 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Brown-Waite, Ginny [R-FL-5] FL R B001247 1 Extends the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) demonstration projects on the guaranteeing of veterans' adjustable rate and hybrid adjustable rate mortgage loans in a manner similar to which the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development insures such mortgages under the National Housing Act. 2017-12-14T21:25:40Z  
110-hr-6471 110 hr 6471 Expanding Availability of VA Health Care Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-10 2008-07-10 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Filner, Bob [D-CA-51] CA D F000116 0 Expanding Availability of VA Health Care Act of 2008 - Makes eligible for health care under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) patient enrollment system veterans with incomes not exceeding 150% of the maximum for treatment as a low-income family. (Currently, only veterans with incomes not exceeding the maximum for treatment as a low-income family are so eligible.) 2017-12-14T21:25:45Z  
110-hres-1329 110 hres 1329 Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States should accept the Iraqi Government's stated goal of setting a timetable for withdrawal of United States Armed Forces from Iraq. Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-10 2008-07-10 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. House Rep. Ellison, Keith [D-MN-5] MN D E000288 33 Expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that: (1) the United States should not maintain a military presence in Iraq without the approval of Congress; and (2) it should be the policy of the United States to accept the principle of setting a deadline or timetable for the withdrawal of U.S. military forces from Iraq. 2021-09-29T14:56:31Z  
110-hr-6445 110 hr 6445 Veterans' Health Care Policy Enhancement Act of 2008 Armed Forces and National Security 2008-07-09 2008-07-31 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. House Rep. Cazayoux, Donald J., Jr. [D-LA-6] LA D C001073 9 Veterans' Health Care Policy Enhancement Act of 2008 - (Sec. 2) Prohibits the collection by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) of copayments or other fees for hospital or nursing home care in the case of catastrophically disabled veterans. (Sec. 3) Repeals a current requirement that, in order for a family member of a non-service-connected disabled veteran to be eligible for counseling services, the counseling must be essential to permit the discharge of the veteran from the hospital. (Sec. 4) Directs the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to: (1) develop and implement a comprehensive policy on the management of pain experienced by veterans enrolled for VA health care services; (2) periodically revise the policy; and (3) report annually through FY2018 to the congressional veterans' committees on policy implementation. (Sec. 5) Requires the Secretary, within five years after the enactment of this Act, to establish up to seven consolidated patient accounting centers for conducting industry-modeled regionalized VA billing and collection activities. (Sec. 6) Repeals a provision of the Veterans' Benefits and Services Act of 1988 requiring written informed consent for HIV testing among veterans. 2022-02-03T05:19:39Z  

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