FOR VETS Act of 2013
Sponsor: Dan Benishek (R-MI)
Formerly Owned Resources for Veterans to Express Thanks for Service Act of 2013 or the FOR VETS Act of 2013 - Authorizes the transfer of federal surplus property to a state agency for distribution through donation within the state for purposes of education or public health for organizations whose membership comprises substantially veterans and whose representatives are recognized by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) in the preparation, presentation, and prosecution of claims under laws administered by the Secretary.
Government Operations and Politics Topic assigned by the Congressional Research Service.
Who won, and how much of the country was behind them
The dotted gap is 10.9% of U.S. adults whose member did not vote, voted “present,” or whose seat was vacant.
| Side | Outcome | Votes | Share of U.S. adults |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yea | Won | 387 | 88.9% |
| Nay | Lost | 1 | 0.2% |
| Not represented on this question | No position taken | 0 | 10.9% |