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Justice for Women Veterans: Study on Pregnancy and Parenthood Separations

This act mandates a study on women involuntarily separated from the Armed Forces between 1951 and 1976 due to pregnancy or parenthood. The goal is to understand the scope of the issue, its impact on veterans' healthcare and benefits access, and to recommend improvements. This aims to acknowledge and address historical injustices faced by these women.
Key points
Mandates a study on the number of women involuntarily separated from the military due to pregnancy or parenthood from 1951-1976.
Analyzes how these separations affected veterans' access to healthcare and benefits.
Develops recommendations to improve these women's access to veteran resources.
Expresses Congressional remorse for discriminatory actions against women veterans.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2385
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26]
Process start date: 2021-04-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Justice for Women Veterans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2385.

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 2021-04-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandates a study on the number of women involuntarily separated from the military due to pregnancy or parenthood from 1951-1976.
  • Analyzes how these separations affected veterans' access to healthcare and benefits.
  • Develops recommendations to improve these women's access to veteran resources.
  • Expresses Congressional remorse for discriminatory actions against women veterans.
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. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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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