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NC H840

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/14/2015

Primary Sponsor

David Martin

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015-2016 Session

AI Summary

  • Amends G.S. 165-44.2 to expand the definition of "veteran" to include members of the North Carolina National Guard who were discharged or released under general discharge or honorable conditions.

  • Previously, the definition of veteran required service on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States for 180 days or more, or earlier release due to service-connected disability.

  • The expanded definition allows North Carolina National Guard members meeting the discharge criteria to access veteran reemployment assistance programs and related benefits.

  • Takes effect upon becoming law.

Legislative Description

NCNG Members/Reemployment Asst. Priority

Last Action

Ref to the Com on Homeland Security, Military, and Veterans Affairs, if favorable, Commerce and Job Development

4/15/2015

Committee Referrals

Homeland Security, Military, and Veterans Affairs4/15/2015

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