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Veterans' Access: Benefits and Healthcare for All Discharges

This act aims to ensure that former service members discharged under conditions neither dishonorable nor honorable receive their rightful benefits and healthcare. It introduces changes in staff training, streamlines application processes, and expands access to counseling, especially for victims of military sexual trauma and LGBTQ+ individuals.
Key points
Veterans with "other than honorable" discharges will have easier access to benefits and healthcare, even if previously denied.
Department of Veterans Affairs staff will receive new training to better understand eligibility standards for benefits.
All contacts from veterans seeking healthcare will be recorded to prevent unjustified denials.
Access to counseling is expanded for victims of military sexual trauma and for veterans discharged due to sexual orientation or gender identity.
The Department of Veterans Affairs will conduct an outreach campaign to inform veterans who may have been unlawfully denied benefits.
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Print number: 117_HR_5321
Sponsor: Rep. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14]
Process start date: 2021-09-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Unlawful Turn-Aways Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5321.

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 2021-09-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with "other than honorable" discharges will have easier access to benefits and healthcare, even if previously denied.
  • Department of Veterans Affairs staff will receive new training to better understand eligibility standards for benefits.
  • All contacts from veterans seeking healthcare will be recorded to prevent unjustified denials.
  • Access to counseling is expanded for victims of military sexual trauma and for veterans discharged due to sexual orientation or gender identity.
  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will conduct an outreach campaign to inform veterans who may have been unlawfully denied benefits.
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. Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations.

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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