LEGION Act
United States116th CongressS-504Senate
Updated: Jul 30, 2019
Summary
Let Everyone Get Involved in Opportunities for National Service Act or the LEGION Act (Sec. 3) This bill expands eligibility for membership in The American Legion to include veterans and servicemembers who served any time after December 7, 1941, including those currently serving. Presently, only veterans and servicemembers who served during periods of war specified by Congress are eligible to join The American Legion. (Sec. 4) The bill also prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin for the purposes of holding a staff position at The American Legion.
Bill texts
Timeline
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
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Presented to President.
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Signed by President.
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Became Public Law No: 116-35.
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