Bill 118 s 3802, also known as the Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension and Fulfillment Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation that aims to extend the deadline for Alaska Native Vietnam Era veterans to apply for land allotments under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. The original deadline for these veterans to apply for land allotments was December 18, 2021, but this bill extends the deadline to December 18, 2024.
The purpose of this bill is to ensure that Alaska Native Vietnam Era veterans have sufficient time to apply for the land allotments that they are entitled to under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. These veterans served their country during the Vietnam War and were promised land allotments as part of their compensation for their service. However, many of these veterans have faced challenges in applying for these allotments, including bureaucratic hurdles and lack of information about the application process.
By extending the deadline for these veterans to apply for land allotments, this bill aims to fulfill the promises made to them and ensure that they receive the compensation that they are entitled to. This legislation is non-partisan and has received support from both Democrats and Republicans in Congress.
Overall, the Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension and Fulfillment Act of 2024 is an important piece of legislation that seeks to support and honor the service of Alaska Native Vietnam Era veterans by ensuring that they receive the land allotments that they were promised.