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Friday, April 25, 2008
Senate Passes Bill Granting Pensions to Filipino Veterans
On April 24, 2008, the U.S. Senate passed a bill granting pensions to Filipino Veteranos. This bill will cover certain benefits like life insurance, burial expenses, housing and more to name just a few. However, this bill still has to be presented to the House of Representatives and then on the President of the United States. It is a major accomplishment, but history is not so much in the making during this point. Read more here and make your comments below.
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