Number: RL33876
Title: Overview of Filipino Veterans' Benefits
Authors: Sidath Viranga Panangala, Christine Scott, and Carol D. Davis, Domestic Social Policy Division 
Abstract: This report defines the four specific groups (Regular Philippine Scouts, Commonwealth Army of the Philippines, Recognized Guerilla Forces, and New Philippine Scouts) of Filipino nationals who served under the command of the United States, outlines the Rescission Acts of 1946, benefit changes since 1946, current benefits for Filipino veterans by group, and recent legislative proposals.
Pages: 12
Date: October 10, 2008