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Letter expresses gratitude for veto override, requests support for amendments.

 Digital item
Identifier: CAC_CC_109_7_10_2_0071

Dates

  • October 24, 1974
  • 93rd (1973-1975)

Scope and Contents

The letter is addressed to Honorable James R. Jones, a Member of Congress, expressing gratitude for overriding President Ford's veto on the new Veterans' Bill. The writer requests support for amendments to the bill to include vocational and graduate students, highlighting the importance of equal benefits for all veterans. The writer also shares personal experiences as a veteran and student, advocating for better educational benefits for graduate students. The letter also mentions concerns about President Ford potentially vetoing legislation that would benefit Vietnam era veterans.

Extent

6 pages

Creator

Non-Specified

Congress 93rd (1973-1975)

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

Tribal Affiliation Non-Specified
  • TypeDeliverableUnit

Repository Details

Part of the Carl Albert Center Congressional and Political Collections Repository

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