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DEMOCRATIC PRESS RELEASE

November 5, 2007

House of Representatives Passes Legislation Honoring America’s Veterans in Preparation for Veterans Day

Kristal DeKleer (202)-225-9756



Washington, D.C. – The U.S. House of Representatives today passed a package of bills that honor our nation’s veterans, announced Bob Filner (D-CA), Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs. The action comes as the nation prepares to salute our brave veterans and servicemembers this Veterans Day weekend. The House of Representatives passed the following legislation:

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1. H.R. 513 – The National Heroes Credit Protection Act: To amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to enhance the protection of credit ratings of active duty military personnel who are activated for military service

2. H.Res. 770 – To express support for the designation of a National Veterans History Project Week to encourage public participation in a nationwide project that collects and preserves the stories of the men and women who served our nation in times of war and conflict

3. H.Con.Res. 60 – To express support for the goals of Veterans Educate Today’s Students (VETS) Day

4. H.Res. 744 – To recognize the contributions of Native American veterans and to call upon the President to issue a proclamation urging the people of the United States to observe a day in honor of Native American veterans

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“This Veterans Day, I encourage all Americans to reach out to veterans and thank them and their families for their amazing sacrifice,” said Chairman Filner. “It is important to demonstrate support for our veterans and let these heroes know that this grateful nation honors their service. I am proud the Members of the House came together to show our support for our troops and veterans with the legislation passed today.”

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