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US S778
US S778A bill to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to issue cards to veterans that identify them as veterans, and for other purposes.
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Introduced
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Introduced Session
113th Congress
Bill Summary
Authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to issue to a veteran a card, to be known as a Veterans ID Card, that identifies the veteran as a veteran and includes the veteran's name and photo. Allows the Secretary to issue such a card regardless of whether the veteran is: (1) enrolled in the VA system of annual patient enrollment; or (2) in receipt of VA educational assistance, compensation, or pension. Authorizes the Secretary to work with national retail chains that offer veterans reduced prices on pharmaceutical and consumer products to ensure that such chains recognize the above cards when offering such prices.
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) to issue a Veterans ID Card to any veteran, regardless of whether they are enrolled in the VA's patient system or receiving benefits like educational assistance, compensation, or pension. This card will identify the veteran and include their name and photo. Additionally, the Secretary is empowered to collaborate with national retail chains that offer discounts on pharmaceuticals and consumer products to veterans, ensuring these businesses accept the new Veterans ID Card for such price reductions.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Committee on Veterans' Affairs. Hearings held. (on 06/12/2013)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/113th-congress/senate-bill/778/all-info |
| BillText | http://gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/BILLS-113s778is/pdf/BILLS-113s778is.pdf |
| Bill | http://gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/BILLS-113s778is/pdf/BILLS-113s778is.pdf.pdf |
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