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1. LAW
   1. S.3414 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Major Medical Facility Authorization Act of 2020 Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 03/05/2020) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 06/16/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-144. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

   This bill has the status Became Law

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   1. Introduced
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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
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   4. To President
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   5. Became Law
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2. 1. S.3414 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Major Medical Facility Authorization Act of 2020 Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 03/05/2020) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 06/16/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-144. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

   This bill has the status Became Law

   Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

   1. Introduced
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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
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   4. To President
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   5. Became Law
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3. LAW
   2. S.3147 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Improving Safety and Security for Veterans Act of 2019 Sponsor: Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV] (Introduced 12/19/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/04/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-212. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

   This bill has the status Became Law

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   1. Introduced
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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-11-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 394 - 0 (Roll no. 220).(text: CR H5746-5747) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
   4. To President
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   5. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-12-04 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 116-212. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
4. 2. S.3147 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Improving Safety and Security for Veterans Act of 2019 Sponsor: Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV] (Introduced 12/19/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/04/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-212. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

   This bill has the status Became Law

   Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

   1. Introduced
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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
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   4. To President
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   5. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-12-04 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 116-212. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
5. LAW
   3. S.3084 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the limitation on pay for certain high-level employees and officers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 12/18/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 07/02/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-146. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

   This bill has the status Became Law

   Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

   1. Introduced
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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
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   4. Resolving Differences
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   5. To President
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-06-22 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
   6. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-07-02 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 116-146. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
6. 3. S.3084 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to modify the limitation on pay for certain high-level employees and officers of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 12/18/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 07/02/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-146. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

   This bill has the status Became Law

   Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

   1. Introduced
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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
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   4. Resolving Differences
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   5. To President
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   6. Became Law
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7. BILL
   4. S.2096 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize States and tribal organizations that receive grants from the National Cemetery Administration for establishment, expansion, or improvement of a veterans' cemeteries to use amounts of such grants for State and tribal organization cemetery personnel to train at the training center of the National Cemetery Administration, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (Introduced 07/11/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/14/2020 Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

   This bill has the status Passed Senate

   Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

   1. Introduced
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-07-11 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
   2. Passed Senate
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8. 4. S.2096 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize States and tribal organizations that receive grants from the National Cemetery Administration for establishment, expansion, or improvement of a veterans' cemeteries to use amounts of such grants for State and tribal organization cemetery personnel to train at the training center of the National Cemetery Administration, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Boozman, John [R-AR] (Introduced 07/11/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/14/2020 Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

   This bill has the status Passed Senate

   Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

   1. Introduced
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   2. Passed Senate
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9. LAW
   5. S.1749 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Protecting Affordable Mortgages for Veterans Act of 2019 Sponsor: Sen. Sinema, Kyrsten [D-AZ] (Introduced 06/05/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Financial Services; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 07/25/2019 Became Public Law No: 116-33. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

   This bill has the status Became Law

   Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

   1. Introduced
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   2. Passed Senate
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   3. Passed House
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-07-09 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection.(text: CR H5289) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
   4. To President
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-07-15 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
   5. Became Law
      Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-07-25 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 116-33. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
10. 5. S.1749 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Protecting Affordable Mortgages for Veterans Act of 2019 Sponsor: Sen. Sinema, Kyrsten [D-AZ] (Introduced 06/05/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Financial Services; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 07/25/2019 Became Public Law No: 116-33. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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11. LAW
    6. S.900 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Bozeman, Montana, as the "Travis W. Atkins Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT] (Introduced 03/27/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/30/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-262. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-11-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H5745) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. Resolving Differences
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-12-10 [displayText] => Resolving differences -- Senate actions: Senate agreed to the House amendment to S. 900 by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7431) [externalActionCode] => 20500 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    5. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-12-21 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    6. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-12-30 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 116-262. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
12. 6. S.900 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Bozeman, Montana, as the "Travis W. Atkins Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT] (Introduced 03/27/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/30/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-262. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-03-27 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-11-21 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S6767) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-11-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H5745) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. Resolving Differences
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-12-10 [displayText] => Resolving differences -- Senate actions: Senate agreed to the House amendment to S. 900 by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7431) [externalActionCode] => 20500 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    5. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-12-21 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    6. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-12-30 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 116-262. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
13. LAW
    7. S.863 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the grade and pay of podiatrists of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA] (Introduced 03/25/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 04/08/2019 Became Public Law No: 116-12. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-03-25 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-03-25 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1942-1943; text: CR S1942-1943) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-03-28 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection.(text: CR H2900) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-04-01 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-04-08 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 116-12. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
14. 7. S.863 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the grade and pay of podiatrists of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA] (Introduced 03/25/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 04/08/2019 Became Public Law No: 116-12. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-03-25 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-03-25 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S1942-1943; text: CR S1942-1943) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-04-01 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-04-08 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 116-12. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
15. BILL
    8. S.221 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Department of Veterans Affairs Provider Accountability Act Sponsor: Sen. Gardner, Cory [R-CO] (Introduced 01/24/2019) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/14/2020 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-01-24 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-12-19 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
16. 8. S.221 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Department of Veterans Affairs Provider Accountability Act Sponsor: Sen. Gardner, Cory [R-CO] (Introduced 01/24/2019) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/14/2020 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-01-24 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-12-19 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
17. LAW
    9. S.153 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Supporting Veterans in STEM Careers Act Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] (Introduced 01/16/2019) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation | House - Science, Space, and Technology; Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 116-164 Latest Action: 02/11/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-115. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-12-05 [displayText] => Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Wicker with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 116-164. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-12-18 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7164-7165) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-01-27 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H550-551) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-02-03 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2020-02-11 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 116-115. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
18. 9. S.153 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) Supporting Veterans in STEM Careers Act Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL] (Introduced 01/16/2019) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation | House - Science, Space, and Technology; Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 116-164 Latest Action: 02/11/2020 Became Public Law No: 116-115. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-12-05 [displayText] => Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Wicker with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 116-164. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-12-18 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7164-7165) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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19. LAW
    10. S.49 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to designate the outstation of the Department of Veterans Affairs in North Ogden, Utah, as the Major Brent Taylor Vet Center Outstation. Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT] (Introduced 01/08/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 03/21/2019 Became Public Law No: 116-10. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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20. 10. S.49 — 116th Congress (2019-2020) A bill to designate the outstation of the Department of Veterans Affairs in North Ogden, Utah, as the Major Brent Taylor Vet Center Outstation. Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT] (Introduced 01/08/2019) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 03/21/2019 Became Public Law No: 116-10. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-01-08 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2019-03-05 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 417 - 0 (Roll no. 105).(text: CR H2337-2338) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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21. LAW
    11. S.2372 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) VA MISSION Act of 2018 Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] (Introduced 02/05/2018) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Natural Resources Latest Action: 06/06/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-182. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. Resolving Differences
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    5. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-05 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    6. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-06 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-182. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
22. 11. S.2372 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) VA MISSION Act of 2018 Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] (Introduced 02/05/2018) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Natural Resources Latest Action: 06/06/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-182. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-02-05 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. Resolving Differences
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    5. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-05 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    6. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-06 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-182. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
23. LAW
    12. S.2246 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) A bill to designate the health care center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Tallahassee, Florida, as the Sergeant Ernest I. "Boots" Thomas VA Clinic, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] (Introduced 12/19/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 06/25/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-193. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-12-19 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-07 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection.(text: CR H4964) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-14 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-25 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-193. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
24. 12. S.2246 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) A bill to designate the health care center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Tallahassee, Florida, as the Sergeant Ernest I. "Boots" Thomas VA Clinic, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Nelson, Bill [D-FL] (Introduced 12/19/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 06/25/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-193. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-12-19 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-07 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection.(text: CR H4964) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-14 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-25 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-193. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
25. BILL
    13. S.1873 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Veteran PEER Act Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] (Introduced 09/27/2017) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/29/2018 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-09-27 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-01-25 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
26. 13. S.1873 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Veteran PEER Act Sponsor: Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT] (Introduced 09/27/2017) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/29/2018 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-09-27 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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27. LAW
    14. S.1282 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) A bill to redesignate certain clinics of the Department of Veterans Affairs located in Montana. Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT] (Introduced 05/25/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 06/05/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-181. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-25 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-08-02 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-05-24 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-05 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-181. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
28. 14. S.1282 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) A bill to redesignate certain clinics of the Department of Veterans Affairs located in Montana. Sponsor: Sen. Daines, Steve [R-MT] (Introduced 05/25/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 06/05/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-181. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-25 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-08-02 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-05-21 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H4260) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-05-24 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-06-05 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-181. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
29. LAW
    15. S.1266 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Enhancing Veteran Care Act Sponsor: Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] (Introduced 05/25/2017) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/20/2017 Became Public Law No: 115-95. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-25 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-11-09 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S7166-7167) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-12-06 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 661).(text: CR 12/5/2017 H9641-9642) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-12-08 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-12-20 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-95. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
30. 15. S.1266 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Enhancing Veteran Care Act Sponsor: Sen. Inhofe, James M. [R-OK] (Introduced 05/25/2017) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/20/2017 Became Public Law No: 115-95. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-25 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-11-09 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S7166-7167) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-12-06 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0 (Roll no. 661).(text: CR 12/5/2017 H9641-9642) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-12-08 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-12-20 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-95. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
31. BILL
    16. S.1165 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) A bill to designate the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Huntington, West Virginia, as the Hershel "Woody" Williams VA Medical Center. Sponsor: Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV] (Introduced 05/17/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 09/07/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-17 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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32. 16. S.1165 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) A bill to designate the medical center of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Huntington, West Virginia, as the Hershel "Woody" Williams VA Medical Center. Sponsor: Sen. Manchin, Joe, III [D-WV] (Introduced 05/17/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 09/07/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-17 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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33. BILL
    17. S.1153 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Veterans Acquiring Community Care Expect Safe Services Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI] (Introduced 05/17/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 11/13/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-17 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-11-09 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S7166) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
34. 17. S.1153 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Veterans Acquiring Community Care Expect Safe Services Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI] (Introduced 05/17/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 11/13/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-17 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-11-09 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S7166) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
35. BILL
    18. S.1015 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 05/03/2017) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation | House - Energy and Commerce; Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 115-213 Latest Action: Senate - 03/13/2018 By Senator Thune from Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation filed written report. Report No. 115-213. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-10-31 [displayText] => Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Thune with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-11-07 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7069; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S7069) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
36. 18. S.1015 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) National Suicide Hotline Improvement Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Hatch, Orrin G. [R-UT] (Introduced 05/03/2017) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation | House - Energy and Commerce; Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 115-213 Latest Action: Senate - 03/13/2018 By Senator Thune from Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation filed written report. Report No. 115-213. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-10-31 [displayText] => Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Reported by Senator Thune with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-11-07 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S7069; text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR S7069) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
37. BILL
    19. S.946 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Veterans Treatment Court Improvement Act of 2018 Sponsor: Sen. Flake, Jeff [R-AZ] (Introduced 04/26/2017) Cosponsors: (18) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 02/20/2018 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-04-26 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-02-15 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
38. 19. S.946 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Veterans Treatment Court Improvement Act of 2018 Sponsor: Sen. Flake, Jeff [R-AZ] (Introduced 04/26/2017) Cosponsors: (18) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 02/20/2018 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-04-26 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-02-15 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
39. LAW
    20. S.899 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Veterans Providing Healthcare Transition Improvement Act Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI] (Introduced 04/07/2017) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Oversight and Government Reform Latest Action: 09/07/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-238. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. Resolving Differences
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    5. To President
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    6. Became Law
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40. 20. S.899 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Veterans Providing Healthcare Transition Improvement Act Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI] (Introduced 04/07/2017) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Oversight and Government Reform Latest Action: 09/07/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-238. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. Resolving Differences
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    5. To President
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    6. Became Law
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41. LAW
    21. S.585 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Dr. Chris Kirkpatrick Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI] (Introduced 03/08/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs | House - Oversight and Government Reform; Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 115-44 Latest Action: 10/26/2017 Became Public Law No: 115-73. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-04 [displayText] => Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Johnson with amendments. With written report No. 115-44. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-10-24 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
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42. 21. S.585 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Dr. Chris Kirkpatrick Whistleblower Protection Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Johnson, Ron [R-WI] (Introduced 03/08/2017) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs | House - Oversight and Government Reform; Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 115-44 Latest Action: 10/26/2017 Became Public Law No: 115-73. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-04 [displayText] => Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Johnson with amendments. With written report No. 115-44. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-10-24 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-10-26 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-73. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
43. LAW
    22. S.114 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) VA Choice and Quality Employment Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Heller, Dean [R-NV] (Introduced 01/12/2017) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 08/12/2017 Became Public Law No: 115-46. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Failed House
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    4. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-07-28 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 414 - 0 (Roll no. 438).(text: CR H6531-6535) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    5. Resolving Differences
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    6. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-08-07 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    7. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-08-12 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-46. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
44. 22. S.114 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) VA Choice and Quality Employment Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Heller, Dean [R-NV] (Introduced 01/12/2017) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 08/12/2017 Became Public Law No: 115-46. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-01-12 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Failed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-07-24 [displayText] => Failed of passage/not agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 219 - 186 (Roll no. 408). [externalActionCode] => 9000 [description] => Failed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-07-28 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 414 - 0 (Roll no. 438).(text: CR H6531-6535) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    5. Resolving Differences
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    6. To President
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    7. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-08-12 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-46. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
45. LAW
    23. S.35 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Black Hills National Cemetery Boundary Expansion Act Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 01/05/2017) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources | House - Natural Resources; Veterans' Affairs Committee Reports: H. Rept. 115-626, S. Rept. 115-35 Latest Action: 05/25/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-175. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-04-10 [displayText] => Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 115-626, Part I. [externalActionCode] => 5000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => House )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-05-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 407 - 0 (Roll no. 187).(text: CR 5/16/2018 H3951-3952) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-05-21 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
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46. 23. S.35 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Black Hills National Cemetery Boundary Expansion Act Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD] (Introduced 01/05/2017) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Energy and Natural Resources | House - Natural Resources; Veterans' Affairs Committee Reports: H. Rept. 115-626, S. Rept. 115-35 Latest Action: 05/25/2018 Became Public Law No: 115-175. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-04-10 [displayText] => Reported by the Committee on Natural Resources. H. Rept. 115-626, Part I. [externalActionCode] => 5000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => House )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-05-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 407 - 0 (Roll no. 187).(text: CR 5/16/2018 H3951-3952) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-05-21 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2018-05-25 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 115-175. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
47. BILL
    24. S.12 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Increasing the Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability to Veterans Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 01/03/2017) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 05/26/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-01-03 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-05-25 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S3189-3190) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
48. 24. S.12 — 115th Congress (2017-2018) Increasing the Department of Veterans Affairs Accountability to Veterans Act of 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 01/03/2017) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 05/26/2017 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2017-01-03 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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49. LAW
    25. S.3492 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) A bill to designate the Traverse City VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Traverse City, Michigan, as the "Colonel Demas T. Craw VA Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] (Introduced 12/01/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/14/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-276. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-01 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-01 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6680-6681; text as passed Senate: CR S6681) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-06 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H7245) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-08 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-14 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 114-276. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
50. 25. S.3492 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) A bill to designate the Traverse City VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Traverse City, Michigan, as the "Colonel Demas T. Craw VA Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Peters, Gary C. [D-MI] (Introduced 12/01/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/14/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-276. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-01 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-01 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S6680-6681; text as passed Senate: CR S6681) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-06 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H7245) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-08 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
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51. BILL
    26. S.3438 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) A bill to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a major medical facility project in Reno, Nevada. Sponsor: Sen. Heller, Dean [R-NV] (Introduced 09/28/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 11/30/2016 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-09-28 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-11-29 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
52. 26. S.3438 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) A bill to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a major medical facility project in Reno, Nevada. Sponsor: Sen. Heller, Dean [R-NV] (Introduced 09/28/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 11/30/2016 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-09-28 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-11-29 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
53. LAW
    27. S.3283 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) A bill to designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Pueblo, Colorado, as the "PFC James Dunn VA Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Gardner, Cory [R-CO] (Introduced 07/14/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/07/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-243. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-07-14 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-07-14 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S5185; text: CR S5185) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-09-28 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0, 1 Present (Roll no. 567).(text: CR H6021) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-10-03 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-10-07 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 114-243. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
54. 27. S.3283 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) A bill to designate the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Pueblo, Colorado, as the "PFC James Dunn VA Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Gardner, Cory [R-CO] (Introduced 07/14/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/07/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-243. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-07-14 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-09-28 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 423 - 0, 1 Present (Roll no. 567).(text: CR H6021) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-10-03 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-10-07 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 114-243. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
55. LAW
    28. S.3076 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Charles Duncan Buried with Honor Act of 2016 Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR] (Introduced 06/20/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/14/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-273. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-06-20 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-08 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2016-12-14 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 114-273. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
56. 28. S.3076 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Charles Duncan Buried with Honor Act of 2016 Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR] (Introduced 06/20/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/14/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-273. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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57. BILL
    29. S.2829 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Maritime Administration Authorization and Enhancement Act for Fiscal Year 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE] (Introduced 04/20/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation | House - Armed Services; Transportation and Infrastructure; Natural Resources; Veterans' Affairs; Judiciary; Oversight and Government Reform Committee Report: S. Rept. 114-402 Latest Action: Senate - 12/09/2016 By Senator Thune from Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation filed written report. Report No. 114-402. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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58. 29. S.2829 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Maritime Administration Authorization and Enhancement Act for Fiscal Year 2017 Sponsor: Sen. Fischer, Deb [R-NE] (Introduced 04/20/2016) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Commerce, Science, and Transportation | House - Armed Services; Transportation and Infrastructure; Natural Resources; Veterans' Affairs; Judiciary; Oversight and Government Reform Committee Report: S. Rept. 114-402 Latest Action: Senate - 12/09/2016 By Senator Thune from Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation filed written report. Report No. 114-402. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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59. BILL
    30. S.2422 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Fiscal Year 2016 Department of Veterans Affairs Seismic Safety and Construction Authorization Act Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 12/18/2015) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 02/05/2016 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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60. 30. S.2422 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Fiscal Year 2016 Department of Veterans Affairs Seismic Safety and Construction Authorization Act Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA] (Introduced 12/18/2015) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 02/05/2016 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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61. BILL
    31. S.1731 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Homeless Veterans Services Protection Act of 2015 Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 07/09/2015) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 11/06/2015 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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62. 31. S.1731 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Homeless Veterans Services Protection Act of 2015 Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 07/09/2015) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 11/06/2015 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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63. BILL
    32. S.1463 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Access to Community Care for Veterans Act of 2015 Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 05/22/2015) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs; Budget Latest Action: House - 05/26/2015 Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, 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. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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64. 32. S.1463 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Access to Community Care for Veterans Act of 2015 Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 05/22/2015) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs; Budget Latest Action: House - 05/26/2015 Referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs, and in addition to the Committee on the Budget, 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. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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65. BILL
    33. S.1203 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) 21st Century Veterans Benefits Delivery and Other Improvements Act Sponsor: Sen. Heller, Dean [R-NV] (Introduced 05/06/2015) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services; Education and the Workforce; Budget Committee Report: S. Rept. 114-153 Latest Action: House - 12/03/2015 Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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66. 33. S.1203 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) 21st Century Veterans Benefits Delivery and Other Improvements Act Sponsor: Sen. Heller, Dean [R-NV] (Introduced 05/06/2015) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services; Education and the Workforce; Budget Committee Report: S. Rept. 114-153 Latest Action: House - 12/03/2015 Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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67. LAW
    34. S.1004 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Veterans Day Moment of Silence Act Sponsor: Sen. Kirk, Mark Steven [R-IL] (Introduced 04/16/2015) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Judiciary | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/07/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-240. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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68. 34. S.1004 — 114th Congress (2015-2016) Veterans Day Moment of Silence Act Sponsor: Sen. Kirk, Mark Steven [R-IL] (Introduced 04/16/2015) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Judiciary | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/07/2016 Became Public Law No: 114-240. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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69. LAW
    35. S.2921 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) A bill to designate the community based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs located at 310 Home Boulevard in Galesburg, Illinois, as the "Lane A. Evans VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 11/13/2014) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/16/2014 Became Public Law No: 113-234. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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70. 35. S.2921 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) A bill to designate the community based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs located at 310 Home Boulevard in Galesburg, Illinois, as the "Lane A. Evans VA Community Based Outpatient Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Durbin, Richard J. [D-IL] (Introduced 11/13/2014) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/16/2014 Became Public Law No: 113-234. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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71. LAW
    36. S.1471 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) Alicia Dawn Koehl Respect for National Cemeteries Act Sponsor: Sen. Coats, Daniel [R-IN] (Introduced 08/01/2013) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: 12/20/2013 Became Public Law No: 113-65. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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72. 36. S.1471 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) Alicia Dawn Koehl Respect for National Cemeteries Act Sponsor: Sen. Coats, Daniel [R-IN] (Introduced 08/01/2013) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: 12/20/2013 Became Public Law No: 113-65. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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73. LAW
    37. S.1434 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) A bill to designate the Junction City Community-Based Outpatient Clinic located at 715 Southwind Drive, Junction City, Kansas, as the Lieutenant General Richard J. Seitz Community-Based Outpatient Clinic. Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 08/01/2013) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/16/2014 Became Public Law No: 113-231. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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74. 37. S.1434 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) A bill to designate the Junction City Community-Based Outpatient Clinic located at 715 Southwind Drive, Junction City, Kansas, as the Lieutenant General Richard J. Seitz Community-Based Outpatient Clinic. Sponsor: Sen. Moran, Jerry [R-KS] (Introduced 08/01/2013) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/16/2014 Became Public Law No: 113-231. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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75. LAW
    38. S.893 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2013 Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT] (Introduced 05/08/2013) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 113-87 Latest Action: 11/21/2013 Became Public Law No: 113-52. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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76. 38. S.893 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2013 Sponsor: Sen. Sanders, Bernard [I-VT] (Introduced 05/08/2013) Cosponsors: (17) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 113-87 Latest Action: 11/21/2013 Became Public Law No: 113-52. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-09-04 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Sanders under authority of the order of the Senate of 08/01/2013 without amendment. With written report No. 113-87. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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77. BILL
    39. S.287 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) Helping Homeless Veterans Act of 2013 Sponsor: Sen. Begich, Mark [D-AK] (Introduced 02/12/2013) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 113-110 Latest Action: House - 11/18/2013 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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78. 39. S.287 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) Helping Homeless Veterans Act of 2013 Sponsor: Sen. Begich, Mark [D-AK] (Introduced 02/12/2013) Cosponsors: (6) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 113-110 Latest Action: House - 11/18/2013 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-09-23 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Sanders with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 113-110. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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79. LAW
    40. S.229 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Act of 2013 Sponsor: Sen. Toomey, Pat [R-PA] (Introduced 02/07/2013) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/16/2014 Became Public Law No: 113-230. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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80. 40. S.229 — 113th Congress (2013-2014) Corporal Michael J. Crescenz Act of 2013 Sponsor: Sen. Toomey, Pat [R-PA] (Introduced 02/07/2013) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/16/2014 Became Public Law No: 113-230. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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81. BILL
    41. S.3313 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Women Veterans and Other Health Care Improvements Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 06/19/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/02/2013 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-12-13 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Murray with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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82. 41. S.3313 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Women Veterans and Other Health Care Improvements Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 06/19/2012) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/02/2013 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-12-13 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Murray with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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83. BILL
    42. S.3238 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community based outpatient clinic in Mansfield, Ohio, as the David F. Winder Department of Veterans Affairs Community Based Outpatient Clinic, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH] (Introduced 05/24/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 07/09/2012 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-05-24 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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84. 42. S.3238 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to designate the Department of Veterans Affairs community based outpatient clinic in Mansfield, Ohio, as the David F. Winder Department of Veterans Affairs Community Based Outpatient Clinic, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Brown, Sherrod [D-OH] (Introduced 05/24/2012) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 07/09/2012 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-05-24 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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85. LAW
    43. S.3202 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Dignified Burial and Other Veterans' Benefits Improvement Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 05/17/2012) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services; Budget Latest Action: 01/10/2013 Became Public Law No: 112-260. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-05-17 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-01 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-10 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 112-260. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
86. 43. S.3202 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) Dignified Burial and Other Veterans' Benefits Improvement Act of 2012 Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 05/17/2012) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services; Budget Latest Action: 01/10/2013 Became Public Law No: 112-260. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-05-17 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-01 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2013-01-10 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 112-260. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
87. BILL
    44. S.2045 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to require judges of the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to reside within fifty miles of the District of Columbia, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] (Introduced 01/31/2012) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/02/2013 Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-01-31 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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88. 44. S.2045 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to require judges of the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims to reside within fifty miles of the District of Columbia, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Burr, Richard [R-NC] (Introduced 01/31/2012) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/02/2013 Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Passed Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-01-31 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2012-12-13 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(text: CR S8046) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
89. CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
    45. S.Con.Res.13 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces who are serving in, or have served in, Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn. Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] (Introduced 04/14/2011) Cosponsors: (99) Committees: Senate - Armed Services | House - Armed Services; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 06/24/2011 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Agreed to in Senate

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2011-04-14 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Agreed to in Senate
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90. 45. S.Con.Res.13 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of members of the United States Armed Forces who are serving in, or have served in, Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation New Dawn. Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] (Introduced 04/14/2011) Cosponsors: (99) Committees: Senate - Armed Services | House - Armed Services; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 06/24/2011 Referred to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Agreed to in Senate

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2011-04-14 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Agreed to in Senate
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91. CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
    46. S.Con.Res.4 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that an appropriate site on Chaplains Hill in Arlington National Cemetery should be provided for a memorial marker to honor the memory of the Jewish chaplains who died while on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (Introduced 01/26/2011) Cosponsors: (27) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: House - 06/24/2011 Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Agreed to in Senate

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2011-01-26 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Agreed to in Senate
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92. 46. S.Con.Res.4 — 112th Congress (2011-2012) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that an appropriate site on Chaplains Hill in Arlington National Cemetery should be provided for a memorial marker to honor the memory of the Jewish chaplains who died while on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States. Sponsor: Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (Introduced 01/26/2011) Cosponsors: (27) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: House - 06/24/2011 Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Agreed to in Senate

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2011-01-26 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Agreed to in Senate
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93. LAW
    47. S.3860 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) A bill to require reports on the management of Arlington National Cemetery. Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 09/28/2010) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/22/2010 Became Public Law No: 111-339. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-09-28 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-12-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 407 - 3 (Roll no. 641).(text: CR 12/15/2010 H8452-8453) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-12-17 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
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94. 47. S.3860 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) A bill to require reports on the management of Arlington National Cemetery. Sponsor: Sen. McCaskill, Claire [D-MO] (Introduced 09/28/2010) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/22/2010 Became Public Law No: 111-339. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-09-28 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-12-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 407 - 3 (Roll no. 641).(text: CR 12/15/2010 H8452-8453) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-12-17 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-12-22 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 111-339. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
95. LAW
    48. S.3447 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act of 2010 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 05/27/2010) Cosponsors: (35) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services; Budget Committee Report: S. Rept. 111-346 Latest Action: 01/04/2011 Became Public Law No: 111-377. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-10-26 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Akaka under authority of the order of the Senate of 09/29/2010 with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 111-346. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-12-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 3 (Roll no. 642).(text: CR 12/15/2010 H8456-8461) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-12-28 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2011-01-04 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 111-377. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
96. 48. S.3447 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act of 2010 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 05/27/2010) Cosponsors: (35) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services; Budget Committee Report: S. Rept. 111-346 Latest Action: 01/04/2011 Became Public Law No: 111-377. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-10-26 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Akaka under authority of the order of the Senate of 09/29/2010 with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 111-346. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-12-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 409 - 3 (Roll no. 642).(text: CR 12/15/2010 H8456-8461) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
    4. To President
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2010-12-28 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
    5. Became Law
       Array ( [actionDate] => 2011-01-04 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 111-377. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
97. LAW
    49. S.1963 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 10/28/2009) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 05/05/2010 Became Public Law No: 111-163. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

    Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. Resolving Differences
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    5. To President
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    6. Became Law
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98. 49. S.1963 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) Caregivers and Veterans Omnibus Health Services Act of 2010 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 10/28/2009) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 05/05/2010 Became Public Law No: 111-163. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. Resolving Differences
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    5. To President
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    6. Became Law
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99. LAW
    50. S.509 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) A bill to authorize a major medical facility project at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Walla Walla, Washington, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 03/02/2009) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 11/11/2009 Became Public Law No: 111-98. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

    This bill has the status Became Law

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    1. Introduced
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    2. Passed Senate
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    3. Passed House
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    4. To President
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    5. Became Law
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100. 50. S.509 — 111th Congress (2009-2010) A bill to authorize a major medical facility project at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Walla Walla, Washington, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (Introduced 03/02/2009) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 11/11/2009 Became Public Law No: 111-98. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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101. BILL
     51. S.3013 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) Non-Foreign Area Retirement Equity Assurance Act of 2008 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 05/13/2008) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs | House - Oversight and Government Reform; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/02/2008 Referred to House Veterans' Affairs (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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102. 51. S.3013 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) Non-Foreign Area Retirement Equity Assurance Act of 2008 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 05/13/2008) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs | House - Oversight and Government Reform; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/02/2008 Referred to House Veterans' Affairs (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2008-09-11 [displayText] => Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. Reported by Senator Lieberman with amendments. With written report No. 110-456. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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103. LAW
     52. S.2339 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) A bill to designate the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic in Alpena, Michigan, as the "Lieutenant Colonel Clement C. Van Wagoner Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI] (Introduced 11/13/2007) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 09/30/2008 Became Public Law No: 110-332. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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104. 52. S.2339 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) A bill to designate the Department of Veterans Affairs clinic in Alpena, Michigan, as the "Lieutenant Colonel Clement C. Van Wagoner Department of Veterans Affairs Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Stabenow, Debbie [D-MI] (Introduced 11/13/2007) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 09/30/2008 Became Public Law No: 110-332. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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105. LAW
     53. S.2162 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) Veterans' Mental Health and Other Care Improvements Act of 2008 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 10/15/2007) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 110-281 Latest Action: 10/10/2008 Became Public Law No: 110-387. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2008-04-08 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Akaka with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 110-281. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
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106. 53. S.2162 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) Veterans' Mental Health and Other Care Improvements Act of 2008 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 10/15/2007) Cosponsors: (12) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 110-281 Latest Action: 10/10/2008 Became Public Law No: 110-387. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2008-04-08 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Akaka with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 110-281. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
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107. LAW
     54. S.1396 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) A bill to authorize a major medical facility project to modernize inpatient wards at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] (Introduced 05/15/2007) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/26/2007 Became Public Law No: 110-168. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2007-12-21 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     5. Became Law
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108. 54. S.1396 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) A bill to authorize a major medical facility project to modernize inpatient wards at the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Sponsor: Sen. Isakson, Johnny [R-GA] (Introduced 05/15/2007) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/26/2007 Became Public Law No: 110-168. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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109. LAW
     55. S.229 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) A bill to redesignate a Federal building in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as the "Raymond G. Murphy Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center". Sponsor: Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] (Introduced 01/09/2007) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 07/05/2007 Became Public Law No: 110-45. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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110. 55. S.229 — 110th Congress (2007-2008) A bill to redesignate a Federal building in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as the "Raymond G. Murphy Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center". Sponsor: Sen. Domenici, Pete V. [R-NM] (Introduced 01/09/2007) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 07/05/2007 Became Public Law No: 110-45. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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111. LAW
     56. S.4073 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A bill to designate the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs located in Farmington, Missouri, as the "Robert Silvey Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Talent, Jim [R-MO] (Introduced 11/16/2006) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/18/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-414. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-12-11 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     5. Became Law
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112. 56. S.4073 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) A bill to designate the outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs located in Farmington, Missouri, as the "Robert Silvey Department of Veterans Affairs Outpatient Clinic". Sponsor: Sen. Talent, Jim [R-MO] (Introduced 11/16/2006) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 12/18/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-414. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-11-16 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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113. BILL
     57. S.2694 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Veterans' Choice of Representation and Benefits Enhancement Act of 2006 Sponsor: Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] (Introduced 05/02/2006) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Financial Services Latest Action: Senate - 01/24/2011 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-07-27 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Craig with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 109-297. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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114. 57. S.2694 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Veterans' Choice of Representation and Benefits Enhancement Act of 2006 Sponsor: Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] (Introduced 05/02/2006) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Financial Services Latest Action: Senate - 01/24/2011 Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-07-27 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Craig with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 109-297. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-08-03 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S8884-8893; text as passed Senate: CR S8884-8891) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
115. LAW
     58. S.1235 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Veterans' Housing Opportunity and Benefits Improvement Act of 2006 Sponsor: Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] (Introduced 06/14/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 109-139 Latest Action: 06/15/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-233. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-09-21 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Craig with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 109-139. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-05-22 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 372 - 0 (Roll no. 177).(text: CR H2970-2976) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-06-07 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-06-15 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 109-233. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
116. 58. S.1235 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Veterans' Housing Opportunity and Benefits Improvement Act of 2006 Sponsor: Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] (Introduced 06/14/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 109-139 Latest Action: 06/15/2006 Became Public Law No: 109-233. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-09-21 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Craig with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 109-139. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-05-22 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 372 - 0 (Roll no. 177).(text: CR H2970-2976) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-05-25 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 20000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2006-06-15 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 109-233. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
117. BILL
     59. S.1182 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Veterans Health Care Act of 2005 Sponsor: Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] (Introduced 06/07/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/19/2006 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-11-10 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Craig with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 109-177. Minority views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-12-22 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
118. 59. S.1182 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Veterans Health Care Act of 2005 Sponsor: Sen. Craig, Larry E. [R-ID] (Introduced 06/07/2005) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/19/2006 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-11-10 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Craig with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 109-177. Minority views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-12-22 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
119. BILL
     60. S.716 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Vet Center Enhancement Act of 2005 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 04/06/2005) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/19/2006 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-11-16 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Craig without amendment. With written report No. 109-180. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-12-22 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S14410-14411; text as passed Senate: CR S14410-14411) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
120. 60. S.716 — 109th Congress (2005-2006) Vet Center Enhancement Act of 2005 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 04/06/2005) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/19/2006 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-11-16 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Craig without amendment. With written report No. 109-180. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2005-12-22 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S14410-14411; text as passed Senate: CR S14410-14411) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
121. LAW
     61. S.2486 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) Veterans Benefits Improvement Act of 2004 Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 06/01/2004)(by request) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 108-352 Latest Action: 12/10/2004 Became Public Law No: 108-454. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-09-20 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Specter with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 108-352. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-10-08 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-11-17 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H9749-9758) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-11-29 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     5. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-12-10 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 108-454. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
122. 61. S.2486 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) Veterans Benefits Improvement Act of 2004 Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 06/01/2004)(by request) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S. Rept. 108-352 Latest Action: 12/10/2004 Became Public Law No: 108-454. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-09-20 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Specter with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 108-352. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-10-08 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-11-17 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H9749-9758) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-11-29 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     5. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2004-12-10 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 108-454. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
123. BILL
     62. S.1132 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) Veterans' Benefits Enhancements Act of 2003 Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 05/22/2003) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: House - 12/17/2003 Referred to the Subcommittee on Total Force. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R. 2297, which became Public Law 108-183 on 12/16/2003. Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-10-21 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Specter with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 108-169. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-10-31 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S13743-13749; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR S13743-13748) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
124. 62. S.1132 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) Veterans' Benefits Enhancements Act of 2003 Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 05/22/2003) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: House - 12/17/2003 Referred to the Subcommittee on Total Force. (All Actions) Notes: For further action, see H.R. 2297, which became Public Law 108-183 on 12/16/2003. Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-10-21 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Reported by Senator Specter with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 108-169. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-10-31 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S13743-13749; text of measure as reported in Senate: CR S13743-13748) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
125. BILL
     63. S.628 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) Columbia Orbiter Memorial Act Sponsor: Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] (Introduced 03/13/2003) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs; Science Latest Action: House - 03/19/2003 Referred to House Science (All Actions) Notes: The Columbia Orbiter Memorial Act was incorporated as Title III in S. 762, the FY2003 Supplemental Appropriations Act, as passed Senate. For further action, see H.R. 1559, which became Public Law 108-11 on 4/16/2003. Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-03-13 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-03-18 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3909; text as passed Senate: CR S3909) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
126. 63. S.628 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) Columbia Orbiter Memorial Act Sponsor: Sen. Stevens, Ted [R-AK] (Introduced 03/13/2003) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs; Science Latest Action: House - 03/19/2003 Referred to House Science (All Actions) Notes: The Columbia Orbiter Memorial Act was incorporated as Title III in S. 762, the FY2003 Supplemental Appropriations Act, as passed Senate. For further action, see H.R. 1559, which became Public Law 108-11 on 4/16/2003. Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-03-13 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-03-18 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S3909; text as passed Senate: CR S3909) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
127. CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
     64. S.Con.Res.62 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) A concurrent resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of Korean War veterans. Sponsor: Sen. Daschle, Thomas A. [D-SD] (Introduced 07/25/2003) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs; International Relations Latest Action: House - 07/25/2003 Referred to House International Relations (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Agreed to in Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-07-25 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Agreed to in Senate
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128. 64. S.Con.Res.62 — 108th Congress (2003-2004) A concurrent resolution honoring the service and sacrifice of Korean War veterans. Sponsor: Sen. Daschle, Thomas A. [D-SD] (Introduced 07/25/2003) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs; International Relations Latest Action: House - 07/25/2003 Referred to House International Relations (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Agreed to in Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2003-07-25 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Agreed to in Senate
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129. LAW
     65. S.1402 — 106th Congress (1999-2000) Veterans Benefits and Health Care Improvement Act of 2000 Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 07/20/1999) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: 11/01/2000 Became Public Law No: 106-419. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-07-20 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans Affairs. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Specter. With written report No. 106-114. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2000-05-23 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 417 - 0 (Roll no. 220).(text: CR H3548-3552) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2000-10-17 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 19000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => House )
     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
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130. 65. S.1402 — 106th Congress (1999-2000) Veterans Benefits and Health Care Improvement Act of 2000 Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 07/20/1999) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: 11/01/2000 Became Public Law No: 106-419. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-07-20 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans Affairs. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Specter. With written report No. 106-114. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2000-05-23 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 417 - 0 (Roll no. 220).(text: CR H3548-3552) [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2000-10-17 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 19000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => House )
     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2000-10-20 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 2000-11-01 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 106-419. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
131. BILL
     66. S.1076 — 106th Congress (1999-2000) Veterans Benefits Act of 1999 Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 05/19/1999) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 09/09/1999 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-07-27 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans Affairs. Reported to Senate by Senator Specter with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 106-122. Additional views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-09-08 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
132. 66. S.1076 — 106th Congress (1999-2000) Veterans Benefits Act of 1999 Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 05/19/1999) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 09/09/1999 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-07-27 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans Affairs. Reported to Senate by Senator Specter with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 106-122. Additional views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-09-08 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
133. BILL
     67. S.695 — 106th Congress (1999-2000) An Act to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a national cemetery for veterans in various locations in the United States, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Cleland, Max [D-GA] (Introduced 03/24/1999) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 08/05/1999 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-07-20 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans Affairs. Reported to Senate by Senator Specter with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 106-113. Additional views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-08-04 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
134. 67. S.695 — 106th Congress (1999-2000) An Act to require the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to establish a national cemetery for veterans in various locations in the United States, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Cleland, Max [D-GA] (Introduced 03/24/1999) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 08/05/1999 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-07-20 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans Affairs. Reported to Senate by Senator Specter with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 106-113. Additional views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1999-08-04 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
135. BILL
     68. S.2358 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) Persian Gulf War Veterans Act of 1998 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 07/27/1998) Cosponsors: (27) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/09/1998 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-10-02 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans Affairs. Reported to Senate by Senator Specter with amendments and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 105-362. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-10-08 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with amendments and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S12044-12051) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
136. 68. S.2358 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) Persian Gulf War Veterans Act of 1998 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 07/27/1998) Cosponsors: (27) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/09/1998 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-10-02 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans Affairs. Reported to Senate by Senator Specter with amendments and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 105-362. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1998-10-08 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with amendments and an amendment to the Title by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S12044-12051) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
137. BILL
     69. S.1566 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) Military Voting Rights Act of 1997 Sponsor: Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC] (Introduced 11/13/1997) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: House - House Oversight; Judiciary; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/30/1998 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-13 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-13 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S12713) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
138. 69. S.1566 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) Military Voting Rights Act of 1997 Sponsor: Sen. Thurmond, Strom [R-SC] (Introduced 11/13/1997) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: House - House Oversight; Judiciary; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 01/30/1998 Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-13 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-13 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S12713) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
139. LAW
     70. S.923 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) An Act to amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit interment or memorialization in certain cemeteries of persons committing Federal or State capital crimes. Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 06/17/1997) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 11/21/1997 Became Public Law No: 105-116. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-10-09 [displayText] => Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 105-319. [externalActionCode] => 5000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => House )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-06-18 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 98-0. Record Vote No: 106. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-10-31 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection. [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-10 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 20000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-13 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-21 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 105-116. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
140. 70. S.923 — 105th Congress (1997-1998) An Act to amend title 38, United States Code, to prohibit interment or memorialization in certain cemeteries of persons committing Federal or State capital crimes. Sponsor: Sen. Specter, Arlen [R-PA] (Introduced 06/17/1997) Cosponsors: (7) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 11/21/1997 Became Public Law No: 105-116. (TXT | PDF) (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-10-09 [displayText] => Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 105-319. [externalActionCode] => 5000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => House )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-06-18 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 98-0. Record Vote No: 106. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-10-31 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection. [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-10 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 20000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-13 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1997-11-21 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 105-116. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
141. LAW
     71. S.1927 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 03/11/1994) Cosponsors: (13) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/25/1994 Became Public Law No: 103-418. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-04-26 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment. With written report No. 103-254. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-05-04 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S5204) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-08-08 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection. [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-10-07 [displayText] => Resolving differences -- House actions: On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment to the House amendment Agreed to without objection.(consideration: CR H11232) [externalActionCode] => 19500 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => House )
     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-10-18 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-10-25 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 103-418. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
142. 71. S.1927 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 03/11/1994) Cosponsors: (13) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/25/1994 Became Public Law No: 103-418. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-04-26 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment. With written report No. 103-254. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-05-04 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S5204) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-08-08 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection. [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-10-07 [displayText] => Resolving differences -- House actions: On motion that the House agree to the Senate amendment to the House amendment Agreed to without objection.(consideration: CR H11232) [externalActionCode] => 19500 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => House )
     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-10-18 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-10-25 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 103-418. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
143. BILL
     72. S.1908 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Veterans' Claims Adjudication Improvement Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 03/08/1994) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/07/1994 See H.R.5244. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-06-07 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 103-280. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-08-19 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S12211-12215) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
144. 72. S.1908 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Veterans' Claims Adjudication Improvement Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 03/08/1994) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/07/1994 See H.R.5244. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-06-07 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 103-280. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-08-19 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S12211-12215) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
145. LAW
     73. S.1904 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Board of Veterans' Appeals Administrative Procedures Improvement Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 03/08/1994) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 07/01/1994 Became Public Law No: 103-271. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-04-14 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with amendments. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-04-21 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with amendments by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S4757-4761) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-06-13 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-06-15 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 20000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-06-22 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-07-01 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 103-271. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
146. 73. S.1904 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Board of Veterans' Appeals Administrative Procedures Improvement Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 03/08/1994) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 07/01/1994 Became Public Law No: 103-271. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-04-14 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with amendments. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-04-21 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with amendments by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S4757-4761) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-06-13 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-06-15 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 20000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-06-22 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-07-01 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 103-271. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
147. BILL
     74. S.1621 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) An original bill to revise certain authorities relating to Pershing Hall, France. Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 11/04/1993) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 11/15/1993 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-11-04 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-11-11 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR 11/10/93 S15634-15635) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
148. 74. S.1621 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) An original bill to revise certain authorities relating to Pershing Hall, France. Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 11/04/1993) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 11/15/1993 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-11-04 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller. Without written report. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-11-11 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR 11/10/93 S15634-15635) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
149. BILL
     75. S.1546 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Court of Veterans Appeals Improvement Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 10/14/1993) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/07/1994 See H.R.5244. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-02 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 103-232. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-25 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3936-3937) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
150. 75. S.1546 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Court of Veterans Appeals Improvement Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 10/14/1993) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/07/1994 See H.R.5244. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-02 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 103-232. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-25 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3936-3937) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
151. BILL
     76. S.1534 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to repeal a requirement that the Under Secretary for Health in the Department of Veterans Affairs be a doctor of medicine. Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 10/07/1993) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 04/12/1994 Message on Senate action sent to the House. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Resolving Differences

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-10-07 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-10-07 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S13253) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-11-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection. [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-25 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 20000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
152. 76. S.1534 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to repeal a requirement that the Under Secretary for Health in the Department of Veterans Affairs be a doctor of medicine. Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 10/07/1993) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 04/12/1994 Message on Senate action sent to the House. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Resolving Differences

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-10-07 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-10-07 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S13253) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-11-16 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed without objection. [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-25 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 20000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
153. BILL
     77. S.1512 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to require the establishment in the Department of Veterans' Affairs of mental illness research, education, and clinical centers, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 09/30/1993) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 04/12/1994 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-17 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 103-237. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-24 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3809) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
154. 77. S.1512 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to require the establishment in the Department of Veterans' Affairs of mental illness research, education, and clinical centers, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 09/30/1993) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 04/12/1994 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-17 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 103-237. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-24 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote.(consideration: CR S3809) [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
155. BILL
     78. S.1226 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Readjustment Counseling Service Amendments of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 07/14/1993) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 04/12/1994 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-15 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 103-236. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1994-03-24 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
156. 78. S.1226 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Readjustment Counseling Service Amendments of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 07/14/1993) Cosponsors: (3) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 04/12/1994 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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157. BILL
     79. S.1030 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Veterans Health Programs Improvement Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 05/26/1993) Cosponsors: (14) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 07/27/1994 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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158. 79. S.1030 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Veterans Health Programs Improvement Act of 1994 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 05/26/1993) Cosponsors: (14) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 07/27/1994 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-09-08 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 103-136. Minority views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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159. LAW
     80. S.616 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Veterans' Compensation Rates Amendments of 1993 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 03/18/1993) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S.Rept 103-55 Latest Action: 11/11/1993 Became Public Law No: 103-140. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-06-15 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with amendments. With written report No. 103-55. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
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160. 80. S.616 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) Veterans' Compensation Rates Amendments of 1993 Sponsor: Sen. Rockefeller, John D., IV [D-WV] (Introduced 03/18/1993) Cosponsors: (11) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S.Rept 103-55 Latest Action: 11/11/1993 Became Public Law No: 103-140. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1993-06-15 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Rockefeller with amendments. With written report No. 103-55. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
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161. LAW
     81. S.J.Res.196 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) A joint resolution designating September 16, 1994, as "National POW/MIA Recognition Day" and authorizing display of the National League of Families POW/MIA flag. Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Bob [R-NH] (Introduced 05/25/1994) Cosponsors: (24) Committees: Senate - Judiciary | House - Post Office and Civil Service; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 08/26/1994 Became Public Law No: 103-320. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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162. 81. S.J.Res.196 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) A joint resolution designating September 16, 1994, as "National POW/MIA Recognition Day" and authorizing display of the National League of Families POW/MIA flag. Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Bob [R-NH] (Introduced 05/25/1994) Cosponsors: (24) Committees: Senate - Judiciary | House - Post Office and Civil Service; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 08/26/1994 Became Public Law No: 103-320. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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163. LAW
     82. S.J.Res.126 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) A joint resolution designating September 10, 1993, as "National POW/MIA Recognition Day" and authorizing the display of the National League of Families POW/MIA flag. Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Bob [R-NH] (Introduced 08/06/1993) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Post Office and Civil Service; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 09/21/1993 Became Public Law No: 103-85. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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164. 82. S.J.Res.126 — 103rd Congress (1993-1994) A joint resolution designating September 10, 1993, as "National POW/MIA Recognition Day" and authorizing the display of the National League of Families POW/MIA flag. Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Bob [R-NH] (Introduced 08/06/1993) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Post Office and Civil Service; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 09/21/1993 Became Public Law No: 103-85. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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165. BILL
     83. S.3346 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Persian Gulf War Veterans' Health Status Act Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 10/05/1992) Cosponsors: (16) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services; Energy and Commerce Latest Action: House - 11/20/1992 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-10-05 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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166. 83. S.3346 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Persian Gulf War Veterans' Health Status Act Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 10/05/1992) Cosponsors: (16) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services; Energy and Commerce Latest Action: House - 11/20/1992 Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and the Environment. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-10-05 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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167. BILL
     84. S.2974 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to revise certain administrative provisions relating to the United States Court of Veterans Appeals, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 07/02/1992) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/09/1992 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-09-15 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with amendments. With written report No. 102-400. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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168. 84. S.2974 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to revise certain administrative provisions relating to the United States Court of Veterans Appeals, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 07/02/1992) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/09/1992 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-09-15 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with amendments. With written report No. 102-400. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-10-01 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with amendments by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
169. BILL
     85. S.2973 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Women Veterans Health Programs Act of 1992 Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 07/02/1992) Cosponsors: (15) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/09/1992 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-09-17 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 102-409. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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170. 85. S.2973 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Women Veterans Health Programs Act of 1992 Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 07/02/1992) Cosponsors: (15) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/09/1992 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-09-17 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 102-409. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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171. BILL
     86. S.2528 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Native American Veterans' Home Loan Equity Act of 1992 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 04/02/1992) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 09/22/1992 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-08-12 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 102-378. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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172. 86. S.2528 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Native American Veterans' Home Loan Equity Act of 1992 Sponsor: Sen. Akaka, Daniel K. [D-HI] (Introduced 04/02/1992) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 09/22/1992 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-08-12 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 102-378. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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173. BILL
     87. S.2515 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Veterans' Employment and Training Act of 1992 Sponsor: Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ] (Introduced 04/02/1992) Cosponsors: (8) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/09/1992 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-08-12 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 102-377. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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174. 87. S.2515 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Veterans' Employment and Training Act of 1992 Sponsor: Sen. DeConcini, Dennis [D-AZ] (Introduced 04/02/1992) Cosponsors: (8) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/09/1992 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-08-12 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 102-377. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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175. LAW
     88. S.2344 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Veterans' Medical Programs Amendments of 1992 Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 03/11/1992) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: H.Rept 102-871 Latest Action: 10/09/1992 Became Public Law No: 102-405. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
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176. 88. S.2344 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Veterans' Medical Programs Amendments of 1992 Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 03/11/1992) Cosponsors: (5) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: H.Rept 102-871 Latest Action: 10/09/1992 Became Public Law No: 102-405. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1992-03-11 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
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177. BILL
     89. S.1553 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) A bill to establish a program of marriage and family counseling for certain veterans of the Persian Gulf War and the spouses and families of such veterans. Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 07/24/1991) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: House - 11/25/1991 Similiar Provisions Included in H.R.2280. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1991-09-24 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 102-159. Minority views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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178. 89. S.1553 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) A bill to establish a program of marriage and family counseling for certain veterans of the Persian Gulf War and the spouses and families of such veterans. Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 07/24/1991) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs; Armed Services Latest Action: House - 11/25/1991 Similiar Provisions Included in H.R.2280. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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179. BILL
     90. S.1358 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Veterans' Hospice Services Act of 1991 Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Bob [D-FL] (Introduced 06/24/1991) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/17/1991 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1991-09-24 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston without amendment. With written report No. 102-160. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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180. 90. S.1358 — 102nd Congress (1991-1992) Veterans' Hospice Services Act of 1991 Sponsor: Sen. Graham, Bob [D-FL] (Introduced 06/24/1991) Cosponsors: (23) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 10/17/1991 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1991-09-24 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston without amendment. With written report No. 102-160. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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181. LAW
     91. S.3127 — 101st Congress (1989-1990) A bill to designate the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Albany, New York, as the "Samuel S. Stratton Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center". Sponsor: Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] (Introduced 09/27/1990) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/24/1990 Became Public Law No: 101-457. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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182. 91. S.3127 — 101st Congress (1989-1990) A bill to designate the Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Albany, New York, as the "Samuel S. Stratton Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center". Sponsor: Sen. Moynihan, Daniel Patrick [D-NY] (Introduced 09/27/1990) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 10/24/1990 Became Public Law No: 101-457. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. To President
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     5. Became Law
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183. BILL
     92. S.1153 — 101st Congress (1989-1990) Veterans' Agent Orange Exposure and Vietnam Service Benefits Act of 1989 Sponsor: Sen. Daschle, Thomas A. [D-SD] (Introduced 06/08/1989) Cosponsors: (29) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 08/04/1989 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1989-07-24 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 101-82. Additional views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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184. 92. S.1153 — 101st Congress (1989-1990) Veterans' Agent Orange Exposure and Vietnam Service Benefits Act of 1989 Sponsor: Sen. Daschle, Thomas A. [D-SD] (Introduced 06/08/1989) Cosponsors: (29) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 08/04/1989 Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1989-07-24 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 101-82. Additional views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1989-08-03 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
185. LAW
     93. S.2049 — 100th Congress (1987-1988) Veterans' Benefits and Programs Improvement Act of 1988 Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 02/04/1988) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S.Rept 100-323 Latest Action: 11/18/1988 Became Public Law No: 100-689. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-04-22 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 100-323. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-11-08 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-11-18 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 100-689. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
186. 93. S.2049 — 100th Congress (1987-1988) Veterans' Benefits and Programs Improvement Act of 1988 Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 02/04/1988) Cosponsors: (4) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S.Rept 100-323 Latest Action: 11/18/1988 Became Public Law No: 100-689. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-04-22 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 100-323. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-11-18 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 100-689. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
187. BILL
     94. S.477 — 100th Congress (1987-1988) Homeless Veterans' Assistance Act of 1987 Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 02/04/1987) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 04/02/1987 Message on Senate action sent to the House. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1987-03-18 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 100-15. Additional and minority views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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188. 94. S.477 — 100th Congress (1987-1988) Homeless Veterans' Assistance Act of 1987 Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 02/04/1987) Cosponsors: (9) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: Senate - 04/02/1987 Message on Senate action sent to the House. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1987-03-18 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 100-15. Additional and minority views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1987-03-31 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
189. LAW
     95. S.11 — 100th Congress (1987-1988) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to establish certain procedures for the adjudication of claims for benefits under laws administered by the Veterans' Administration; to apply the provisions of section 553 of title 5, United States Code, to rule-making procedures of the Veterans' Administration; to provide for judicial review of certain final decisions of the Board of veterans' Appeals; to provide for the payment of reasonable fees to attorneys for rendering legal representation to individuals claiming benefits under laws administered by the Veterans' Administration, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 01/06/1987) Cosponsors: (31) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S.Rept 100-418 Latest Action: 11/18/1988 Became Public Law No: 100-687. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-07-07 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 100-418. Additional views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-07-11 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Yea-Nay Vote. 86-11. Record Vote No: 239. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-10-03 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: Passed House (Amended) by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
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     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-11-07 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-11-18 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 100-687. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
190. 95. S.11 — 100th Congress (1987-1988) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to establish certain procedures for the adjudication of claims for benefits under laws administered by the Veterans' Administration; to apply the provisions of section 553 of title 5, United States Code, to rule-making procedures of the Veterans' Administration; to provide for judicial review of certain final decisions of the Board of veterans' Appeals; to provide for the payment of reasonable fees to attorneys for rendering legal representation to individuals claiming benefits under laws administered by the Veterans' Administration, and for other purposes. Sponsor: Sen. Cranston, Alan [D-CA] (Introduced 01/06/1987) Cosponsors: (31) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Committee Report: S.Rept 100-418 Latest Action: 11/18/1988 Became Public Law No: 100-687. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-07-07 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Cranston with an amendment in the nature of a substitute and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 100-418. Additional views filed. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-07-11 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Yea-Nay Vote. 86-11. Record Vote No: 239. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-10-20 [displayText] => Resolving differences -- Senate actions: Senate agreed to the House amendments to the Senate amendments to House amendments to the text by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 20500 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     5. To President
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1988-11-07 [displayText] => Presented to President. [externalActionCode] => 28000 [description] => To President [chamberOfAction] => )
     6. Became Law
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191. LAW
     96. S.2416 — 99th Congress (1985-1986) A bill to revise further the limitation applicable to chapter 37 of title 38, United States Code, for fiscal year 1986, for the purpose of implementing any order issued by the President for such fiscal year under any law providing for the sequestration of new loan guarantee commitments. Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK] (Introduced 05/06/1986) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 05/23/1986 Became Public Law No: 99-322. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-05-06 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-05-21 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in House: Passed House (Amended) by Yea-Nay Vote: 398 - 0 (Record Vote No: 130). [externalActionCode] => 8000 [description] => Passed House [chamberOfAction] => House )
     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-05-21 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 20000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-05-23 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 99-322. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
192. 96. S.2416 — 99th Congress (1985-1986) A bill to revise further the limitation applicable to chapter 37 of title 38, United States Code, for fiscal year 1986, for the purpose of implementing any order issued by the President for such fiscal year under any law providing for the sequestration of new loan guarantee commitments. Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Frank H. [R-AK] (Introduced 05/06/1986) Cosponsors: (10) Committees: House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: 05/23/1986 Became Public Law No: 99-322. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Became Law

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-05-06 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
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     3. Passed House
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     4. Resolving Differences
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-05-21 [displayText] => [externalActionCode] => 20000 [description] => Resolving Differences [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     5. To President
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     6. Became Law
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-05-23 [displayText] => Became Public Law No: 99-322. [externalActionCode] => 36000 [description] => Became Law [chamberOfAction] => )
193. BILL
     97. S.367 — 99th Congress (1985-1986) Veterans' Administration Adjudication Procedure and Judicial Review Act Sponsor: Sen. Hart, Gary W. [D-CO] (Introduced 01/31/1985) Cosponsors: (38) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 07/31/1985 Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1985-07-08 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Murkowski without amendment. With written report No. 99-100. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1985-07-30 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
194. 97. S.367 — 99th Congress (1985-1986) Veterans' Administration Adjudication Procedure and Judicial Review Act Sponsor: Sen. Hart, Gary W. [D-CO] (Introduced 01/31/1985) Cosponsors: (38) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 07/31/1985 Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1985-07-08 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Murkowski without amendment. With written report No. 99-100. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1985-07-30 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
195. CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
     98. S.Con.Res.134 — 99th Congress (1985-1986) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of the Army should place an appropriate memorial marker in Arlington National Cemetery honoring members of the crew of the Space Shuttle Challenger who died during the launch of the spacecraft on January 28, 1986. Sponsor: Sen. Garn, E. J. (Jake) [R-UT] (Introduced 04/29/1986) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 06/12/1986 Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Agreed to in Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-04-29 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Agreed to in Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-06-10 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Agreed to in Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
196. 98. S.Con.Res.134 — 99th Congress (1985-1986) A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of the Congress that the Secretary of the Army should place an appropriate memorial marker in Arlington National Cemetery honoring members of the crew of the Space Shuttle Challenger who died during the launch of the spacecraft on January 28, 1986. Sponsor: Sen. Garn, E. J. (Jake) [R-UT] (Introduced 04/29/1986) Cosponsors: (1) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 06/12/1986 Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Agreed to in Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1986-04-29 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Agreed to in Senate
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197. BILL
     99. S.2539 — 98th Congress (1983-1984) A bill to repeal certain provisions of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1983. Sponsor: Sen. Baker, Howard H., Jr. [R-TN] (Introduced 04/05/1984) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: House - Post Office and Civil Service; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 04/09/1984 Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1984-04-05 [displayText] => Introduced in Senate [externalActionCode] => 10000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1984-04-05 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
198. 99. S.2539 — 98th Congress (1983-1984) A bill to repeal certain provisions of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1983. Sponsor: Sen. Baker, Howard H., Jr. [R-TN] (Introduced 04/05/1984) Cosponsors: (0) Committees: House - Post Office and Civil Service; Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 04/09/1984 Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

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     1. Introduced
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     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1984-04-05 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
199. BILL
     100. S.2391 — 98th Congress (1983-1984) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to revise the authority for the collection of a fee in connection with housing loans guaranteed, made or insured by the Veterans' Administration. Sponsor: Sen. Simpson, Alan K. [R-WY] (Introduced 03/06/1984) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 04/02/1984 Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1984-03-22 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Simpson without amendment and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 98-366. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1984-03-30 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
200. 100. S.2391 — 98th Congress (1983-1984) A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to revise the authority for the collection of a fee in connection with housing loans guaranteed, made or insured by the Veterans' Administration. Sponsor: Sen. Simpson, Alan K. [R-WY] (Introduced 03/06/1984) Cosponsors: (2) Committees: Senate - Veterans' Affairs | House - Veterans' Affairs Latest Action: House - 04/02/1984 Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs. (All Actions) Tracker:

     This bill has the status Passed Senate

     Here are the steps for Status of Legislation:

     1. Introduced
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1984-03-22 [displayText] => Committee on Veterans. Reported to Senate by Senator Simpson without amendment and an amendment to the title. With written report No. 98-366. [externalActionCode] => 14000 [description] => Introduced [chamberOfAction] => Senate )
     2. Passed Senate
        Array ( [actionDate] => 1984-03-30 [displayText] => Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment and an amendment to the Title by Voice Vote. [externalActionCode] => 17000 [description] => Passed Senate [chamberOfAction] => Senate )