The Congress has passed legislation to strengthen the protection accorded to veterans who become victims of multiple sclerosis and leprosy and has also liberalized the educational and training rights of veterans under the socalled GI bill. Steps also have been taken to assure effective housing programs for veterans. The status of American veterans under the Immigration and Naturalization Act has been improved. Among other legislative measures that veteran organizations patriotically supported that were enacted during the 1st session of the 86th Congress were statehood for Hawaii. construction of modern naval vessels. protection of the estates of incompetent veterans derived from veterans benefits. and improved educational opportunities for veterans children. The year 1959 has been a year of accomplishment for veterans.
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