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
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