This is very fitting as we leave to celebrate Memorial Daya day of remembrance for all who sacrificed in war for our country. There is a provision in this bill that has been added since we passed the bill last year. The provision would ensure that a member of the military. who is married to an immigrant spouse would qualify for the stimulus rebate payment even if such spouse does not yet have a Social Security number. This fix was necessary because in the zeal to impose antiimmigrant philosophy. language was added to the legislation for the stimulus rebate payments which now has a negative effect on some of our military and their families. even as they are off fighting a war. This should serve as a great lesson in caution and being circumspect before we allow our deepseated feelings to get the best of us. We must learn from these lessons even as we fight to improve the lives of those who fight for our country through improved GI education benefits. pay increase. better health care services. and increased disability benefits.
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