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H.R. 634:
American Veterans Disabled for Life Commemorative Coin Act
110th Congress

This is a bill in the U.S. Congress originating in the House of Representatives ("H.R."). A bill must be passed by both the House and Senate and then be signed by the President before it becomes law.

Bill numbers restart from 1 every two years. Each two-year cycle is called a session of Congress. This bill was created in the 110th Congress, in 2007-2008.

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2007-2008

To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of veterans who became disabled for life while serving in the Armed Forces of the United States.

Overview

Sponsor:
Text:
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Status:
Occurred: IntroducedJan 23, 2007
Occurred: Referred to CommitteeView Committee Assignments
Occurred: Reported by CommitteeMay 20, 2008
Occurred: Passed HouseMay 15, 2007
Occurred: Passed SenateJun 10, 2008
Occurred: Signed by PresidentJul 17, 2008
This bill became law. It was signed by George Bush.
Last Action:
Jul 17, 2008: Became Public Law No: 110-277.
Related:
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Votes:
May 15, 2007: This bill passed in the House of Representatives by roll call vote. The vote was held under a suspension of the rules to cut debate short and pass the bill, needing a two-thirds majority. This usually occurs for non-controversial legislation. The totals were 416 Ayes, 0 Nays, 16 Present/Not Voting. Vote Details.
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Jun 10, 2008: This bill passed in the Senate by Unanimous Consent. A record of each representative's position was not kept.
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Sources of Influence

MAPLight.org reports that the following organizations have taken a stance on this bill:

SupportOppose
Disabled American Veterans
The Retired Enlisted Assocation; Chapter 115
Blinded American Veterans Foundation
Disabled Veterans' LIFE Memorial Foundation, Inc.
(none)

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