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Veteran requests increased G.I. Bill coverage, congressman offers assistance.

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0002

Dates

  • September 25, 1973
  • 93rd (1973-1975)

Scope and Contents

Mike Anderson, a veteran pursuing a pre-medical curriculum on the G.I. Bill, wrote to Congressman James R. Jones expressing concern about the inadequacy of the current G.I. Bill compared to those received by veterans of World War II. Anderson requested support for increasing the G.I. Bill to cover all educational expenses at colleges and universities. Congressman Jones responded, expressing interest in veterans' benefits and the ongoing re-examination of the program, and offering assistance in any matter.

Extent

2 pages

Creator

Non-Specified

Congress 93rd (1973-1975)

Policy Area Education--United States; Democratic Party U.S.; Education; Higher--United States

Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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