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MN SF4384
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/16/2020
Primary Sponsor
Andrew Mathews
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AI Summary
- Amends Minnesota Statutes section 197.447 to expand the definition of "veteran" in state law
- Adds eligibility for persons naturalized under the federal Hmong Veterans' Naturalization Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-207) who reside in Minnesota
- Includes persons determined by the commissioner of veterans' affairs to have served honorably with Special Guerrilla Units (SGU) or irregular forces based in Laos supporting U.S. armed forces between February 28, 1961, and May 14, 1975
- Requires such persons to be U.S. citizens or aliens lawfully admitted for permanent residence and reside in the state
- Does not apply to veterans' benefits under Minnesota Statutes sections 136F.28, 196.21, and 243.251
Legislative Description
Veteran definition expansion
Last Action
Referred to Veterans and Military Affairs Finance and Policy
3/16/2020
Committee Referrals
Veterans and Military Affairs Finance and Policy3/16/2020
Full Bill Text
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