Request for support of HR 1039, updates on military retiree benefits.
Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_10_1_0038
Dates
- March 19, 1974
- 93rd (1973-1975)
Scope and Contents
The text is a letter from Mr. Charles Baack to Representative James R. Jones requesting consideration for the enactment of HR 1039, a bill that would allow disabled veterans to receive compensation without it affecting their military retirement pay. The letter expresses support for this bill and highlights the recommendations made by the Retiree Council, including extending benefits to widows of retirees and allowing retirees to draw both military retired pay and disability compensation. The Council also recommends amendments to the Survivor Benefit Plan and provides updates on various legislative actions and policy changes related to military retirees. Additionally, the Council emphasizes the importance of preretirement and post-service employment briefings and encourages retirees to submit recommendations for consideration.
Extent
4 pages
Creator
Non-Specified
Congress 93rd (1973-1975)
Policy Area Older people--Medical care--United States; Retirement; Constituent Correspondence
Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
Congress 93rd (1973-1975)
Policy Area Older people--Medical care--United States; Retirement; Constituent Correspondence
Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
- TypeDeliverableUnit
Repository Details
Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository