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Mr. Melton's letter prompts Congressman Jones to protect disabled veterans' pensions.

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0007

Dates

  • March 5, 1973
  • 93rd (1973-1975)

Scope and Contents

Mr. Melton wrote a letter expressing concern about disabled veterans' pensions, which prompted Congressman James R. Jones to acknowledge receipt of the letter and reassure Mr. Melton that the proposal to reduce disability compensation has been withdrawn. Legislation has been introduced to stabilize and freeze the schedule for rating disabilities to protect veterans' payments. Mr. Melton urges Congressman Jones to stop any changes in pension and compensation ratings for disabled veterans, emphasizing the importance of the support they receive.

Extent

3 pages

Creator

Non-Specified

Congress 93rd (1973-1975)

Policy Area Democratic Party U.S.; Retirement; Constituent Correspondence

Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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