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Support for Disabled National Guardsmen: New Benefits

This act expands benefits for National Guard members who incur disabilities while performing state active duty. This means these individuals can now qualify for military disability retirement and healthcare funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs, providing them with greater financial security and access to treatment.
Key points
National Guard members who incur disabilities during state active duty can now apply for military disability retirement.
Access to healthcare and medical services funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs will be provided for Guardsmen with disabilities incurred during state active duty.
Retirement payments may be reduced if they duplicate other federal or state benefits for the same disability.
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Print number: 117_HR_4247
Sponsor: Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5]
Process start date: 2021-06-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting Disabled National Guardsmen Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4247.

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 2021-06-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • National Guard members who incur disabilities during state active duty can now apply for military disability retirement.
  • Access to healthcare and medical services funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs will be provided for Guardsmen with disabilities incurred during state active duty.
  • Retirement payments may be reduced if they duplicate other federal or state benefits for the same disability.
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. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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