S. 383 · 110th 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
- Sponsor
- Daniel Akaka
- Introduced
- 2007-01-24
- Latest action
- 2007-01-24 · Introduced in Senate
Summary
Extends from two years to five years following discharge or release the eligibility period for certain veterans who served in combat 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.