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Bridges urges Congressman Jones to override potential veto on veterans' benefits.

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0058

Dates

  • November 25, 1974
  • 93rd (1973-1975)

Scope and Contents

Gary Bridges wrote a letter to Congressman James R. Jones urging him to override President Ford's potential veto of the Veterans Education and Rehabilitation Amendments Act. Bridges expressed concern about the lack of benefits for Vietnam War veterans compared to veterans of other wars. Congressman Jones responded, assuring Bridges of his continued support for the legislation and willingness to override the veto if necessary.

Extent

2 pages

Creator

Non-Specified

Congress 93rd (1973-1975)

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

Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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