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Committee advances bill to broaden state veterans' benefits after mixed testimony
Summary
A3161, which broadens eligibility for certain New Jersey veterans' benefits by removing date/location service requirements, was advanced after testimony from veterans groups in favor and unions/associations seeking amendments to recognize National Guard service and other distinctions.
The Assembly State and Local Government Committee voted to advance A3161, a bill that would broaden eligibility for certain state veterans' benefits by eliminating the requirement that veterans served during specified wars, dates or locations and instead requiring federal active service.
Ken Hegeman of the Veterans of Foreign Wars described the bill as "personal" and urged…
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