Heller and Hirono Team for Filipino Veterans Benefits

Press Release

U.S. Senators Dean Heller (R-NV) and Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) have filed an amendment to the Senate's National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This legislation will help ensure Filipino veterans are given the opportunity to prove their honorable service to the United States during World War II.

"With a number of Filipino veterans who served during World War II calling Nevada home, I take pride in this amendment. The legislation rectifies a situation impacting these veterans for decades after their sacrifice and service by ensuring those individuals who served are properly recognized for their contributions to our country. I am pleased Senator Hirono joined me in introducing this amendment that means so much to this community," said Senator Heller.

"World War II ended nearly seven decades ago, but some Filipino soldiers who sacrificed for our country still do not receive the benefits they've earned and were promised," said Senator Hirono. "This important amendment would provide an avenue to correct the record and recognize the service of all who fought for the United States. In a political climate that is too often divided, I am proud to work with Senator Heller to ensure that surviving Filipino veterans who fought under U.S. military command receive the compensation Congress created for them."

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