II 111th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 3370 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 13, 2010 Mr. Akaka introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs A BILL To amend title 38, United States Code, to improve the process by which an individual files jointly for social security and dependency and indemnity compensation, and for other purposes.

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Improvement of process for filing jointly for social security and dependency and indemnity compensation

Section 5105 of title 38, United States Code, is amended— (1)in subsection (a)— (A)by striking shall and inserting may; and (B)by striking Each such form and inserting Such forms; and (2)in subsection (b), by striking on such a form and inserting on any form indicating an intent to apply for survivor benefits.