SB 5843-S - DIGEST

(DIGEST OF PROPOSED 1ST SUBSTITUTE)

      Creates the veterans' award fund for receipt of voluntary donations.

      Specifies the procedures for distribution of the funds and other benefits.

      Designates those individuals not entitled to the benefits.

      Provides that false application for benefits is a felony offense.

      Appoints a Desert Storm service award commission.

      Makes an appropriation of three hundred thousand dollars to carry out the purposes of the act.