Military Death Benefits to Resume Under House-Passed Bill
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The U.S. House passed a measure unanimously today that would restore death benefits for the survivors of U.S. military personnel after payments were halted by the partial federal shutdown.
The 425-0 vote sends the legislation to the Senate. As lawmakers moved to resolve the issue, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said a foundation has agreed to make the payments until the shutdown ends.