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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Authorizes the payment of an additional special monthly pension, to a veteran already eligible for a basic pension due to service during a period of war and having a permanent and total non-service-connected disability, if such veteran either: (1) has an additional disability or disabilities rated at 60% or more; or (2) by reason of a disability or disabilities is permanently housebound but does not qualify for pension at the aid and attendance rate.</p>]]></text>
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    <title>A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to clarify the eligibility criteria for special monthly pension.</title>
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