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Military Retiree Survivor Comfort Act: Overpayment Forgiveness for Families

This act aims to ease financial burdens for families of deceased military retirees. It establishes rules for forgiving or offsetting overpayments of retired pay deposited into joint accounts after a retiree's death, preventing unexpected debts for survivors.
Key points
Overpayment Forgiveness: If military retired pay was deposited into a joint account after a retiree's death, the overpayment may be forgiven.
Survivor Benefit Offset: In some cases, the overpayment can be offset from future survivor benefit payments over a period of up to 12 months.
Beneficiary Protection: The act protects beneficiaries from having to repay funds mistakenly disbursed after a family member's death.
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Print number: 117_HR_2214
Sponsor: Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-3]
Process start date: 2021-03-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Military Retiree Survivor Comfort Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2214.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Overpayment Forgiveness: If military retired pay was deposited into a joint account after a retiree's death, the overpayment may be forgiven.
  • Survivor Benefit Offset: In some cases, the overpayment can be offset from future survivor benefit payments over a period of up to 12 months.
  • Beneficiary Protection: The act protects beneficiaries from having to repay funds mistakenly disbursed after a family member's death.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Garamendi, John [D-CA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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