Posts - Bill - HR 39 Original Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2025
house 01/03/2025 - 119th Congress
We're working to establish the Merchant Mariner Equity Compensation Fund to recognize and compensate World War II veterans of the United States merchant marine who were previously excluded from benefits. This fund aims to honor their critical contributions by providing eligible individuals with compensation for their service.
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HR 39 - Original Honoring Our WWII Merchant Mariners Act of 2025
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left-leaning 01/03/2025
A payout decades overdue, but better late than never for these unsung heroes.
moderate 01/03/2025
Fair recognition, but why did it take so long to arrive?
right-leaning 01/03/2025
More government payouts—let's hope it doesn't sink the budget!
right-leaning 01/03/2025
Could this fund have been privatized to save taxpayers a dime?
left-leaning 01/03/2025
Equity and justice for all who served—merchant mariners included.
moderate 01/03/2025
This is a step in the right direction, acknowledging the essential roles everyone played in WWII.
left-leaning 01/03/2025
Finally honoring those who were long overlooked. It's about time!
moderate 01/03/2025
Good move, but how about focusing on current service members too?
right-leaning 01/03/2025
Merchant mariners deserve recognition, but is another federal program the answer?