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FEDERALhearing transcript

Joint Congressional Hearing on Disabled American Veterans (February 2020)

Original title: JOINT HEARING ON LEGISLATIVE PRESENTATION OF THE DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS

January 1, 2020

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The Frame

What this does

This hearing serves as a formal platform for the Disabled American Veterans organization to present their legislative priorities and policy recommendations to Congress, which may influence future federal veterans' benefits and healthcare legislation.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Disabled American Veterans

The organization uses this platform to advocate for legislative changes affecting veterans' benefits and services.

Veterans

The legislative priorities discussed at this hearing may impact the scope and delivery of federal benefits and healthcare services for veterans.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 1, 2020.

What's next

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Summary

This document is the official record of a held by the House and Senate Committees on Veterans' Affairs on February 25, 2020. The session focused on the of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) organization.

Key Facts

  • The hearing was a joint session of the U.S. House and Senate Committees on Veterans' Affairs.
  • The hearing took place on February 25, 2020, during the second session of the 116th Congress.
  • The primary purpose of the hearing was the legislative presentation of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) organization.
  • The document is officially designated as S. HRG. 116-236.

Why It Matters

This hearing serves as a formal platform for the Disabled American Veterans organization to present their legislative priorities and policy recommendations to Congress, which may influence future federal veterans' benefits and healthcare legislation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of a legislative presentation hearing?
It is a formal opportunity for an organization, such as the Disabled American Veterans, to present their policy goals and legislative recommendations directly to the relevant congressional committees.
Who participated in this hearing?
The hearing was a joint session involving members of both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate Committees on Veterans' Affairs.

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Connected Entities

organizationCommittee on Veterans AffairsThe joint House and Senate committee conducting the hearing.Map →
other116th CongressThe legislative session during which the hearing occurred.Map →
organizationDisabled American VeteransThe organization presenting its legislative agenda to the committees.Map →

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