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Congressman Dorn proposed a bill to help Vietnam veterans with education.

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0044

Dates

  • August 9, 1974
  • 93rd (1973-1975)

Scope and Contents

The House Committee on Veterans Affairs, led by Congressman Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn, proposed a comprehensive Vietnam veterans' education bill to the Senate. The proposal included a 23% increase in education allowance rates, an increase in eligibility time, and a student loan program. The bill would provide significant financial benefits to Vietnam veterans in training. Congressman Dorn emphasized the importance of immediate action to prevent losses to veterans and to provide increased educational assistance.

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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