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H.R. 4682 (100th)

Merchant Mariners Fairness Act of 1988

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25 May 1988

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Referred to House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

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Summary

Merchant Mariners Fairness Act of 1988 - Provides that certain qualified service of a member of the U.S. merchant marine during World War II constituted active military service for purposes of eligibility for various veterans' benefits under the GI Bill Improvement Act of 1977. Requires the Secretary of Defense to issue an honorable discharge under such Act to each merchant marine member whose qualified service warrants such a discharge. Defines "qualified service." Prohibits the payment of any retroactive benefits under this Act.

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