S. 481 · 109th Congress

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to extend the period of eligibility for health care for combat service in the Persian Gulf War or future hostilities from two years to five years after discharge or release.

Stage
In committee
Introduced
2005-03-01
Latest action
2005-06-09 · Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. Hearings printed: S.Hrg. 109-217.

Summary

Extends from two years to five years following discharge or release the eligibility period for veterans who served in combat during or after the Persian Gulf War to receive hospital care, medical services, or nursing home care provided by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, notwithstanding a lack of evidence to conclude that their condition is attributable to such service.