HR 6121 United States House · 118th Congress

Filipino Veterans Fairness Act of 2023

HR 6121, the Filipino Veterans Fairness Act of 2023, expands U.S. veterans benefits for individuals who served in the Philippine Army, Philippine Scouts, or recognized guerrilla forces during World War II. It directly affects Filipino veterans who previously faced challenges proving service due to limited documentation. The bill allows the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to consider alternative records beyond the National Personnel Records Center rosters when determining eligibility, requires annual reports to Congress on applications and approvals, and clarifies that the Filipino Veterans Equity Compensation Fund does not apply to these veterans. These changes aim to streamline access to benefits for this specific group of veterans.

Issues: ✓ Veterans

Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared

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Oct 2023

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Introduced Oct 30, 2023 Last action Nov 9, 2023

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Nov 9, 2023

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

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Oct 30, 2023

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Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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Oct 30, 2023

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1 primary · 46 co-sponsors