To amend the Federal charter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States to reflect the service of...
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HR 5441 — To amend the Federal charter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States to reflect the service of women in the Armed Forces of the United States.
Last action — Became Public Law No: 113-199.
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced September 10, 2014. Enacted.
Summary
Amends the federal charter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States to describe the organization as a national association of veterans (currently, an association of men) who, as soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen, served this Nation in wars, campaigns, and expeditions on foreign soil or in hostile waters. Expands its purpose of assisting widows to that of assisting surviving spouses.
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Read HR 5441 on the official United States source →Action History
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Became Public Law No: 113-199.
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Signed by President.
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Presented to President.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S6219)
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Received in the Senate, read twice.
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Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H8012)
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 5441.
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Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H8012-8014)
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Mr. Holding moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
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Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 461.
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Reported by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 113-620.
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Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote.
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Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
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Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security Discharged.
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security.
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsors
- Jeff Miller · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
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Frequently asked questions
- What does HR 5441 do?
- Amends the federal charter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States to describe the organization as a national association of veterans (currently, an association of men) who, as soldiers, sailors, marines, and airmen, served this Nation in wars, campaigns, and expeditions on foreign soil or in hostile waters. Expands its purpose of assisting widows to that of assisting surviving spouses.
- Who sponsors HR 5441?
- HR 5441 is sponsored by Jeff Miller (R).
- What is the current status of HR 5441?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced September 10, 2014. Enacted.
- Where can I track HR 5441?
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