House Bill 1641
116th Congress(2019-2020)
Let Everyone Get Involved in Opportunities for National Service Act
Introduced
Introduced in House on Mar 8, 2019
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
Bill
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Bill Number
1641
Congress
116
Policy Area
Armed Forces and National Security
Armed Forces and National Security
Primary focus of measure is military operations and spending, facilities, procurement and weapons, personnel, intelligence; strategic materials; war and emergency powers; veterans’ issues. Measures concerning alliances and collective security, arms sales and military assistance, or arms control may fall under International Affairs policy area.
No House votes have been held for this bill.
Summary
Let Everyone Get Involved in Opportunities for National Service Act
This bill authorizes The American Legion to expand membership eligibility to include veterans and service members who served during times that were not designated periods of war. Currently, only veterans and service members who served during periods of time specified by Congress are eligible to join The American Legion.
March 8, 2019
04/08/2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.
03/08/2019
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
03/08/2019
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E276)
03/08/2019
Introduced in House
Public Record
Record Updated
Nov 1, 2022 5:32:24 PM