This bill would permit those who were members of the Filipino Commonwealth Army and recognized guerilla units during World War I to continue to receive SSI benefits if they elect to return to the Philippines. These benefits would be reduced by 50 percent if the individual veteran returned to the Philippines. to reflect the lower cost of living and per capita income of that nation. It is estimated that several thousand veterans would be affected. many of whom are financially unable to petition their families to immigrate to the United States. Should this bill be adopted. these veterans would be able to return to their families in the Philippines while bringing a decent income with them. Accordingly.
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