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Increased Benefits for Veterans and Families from December 2022

This law increases financial benefits for veterans with service-connected disabilities and for the families of deceased veterans. These changes aim to improve the financial situation of these groups by adjusting benefits to the cost of living, directly impacting their daily budgets.
Key points
Increased benefits for veterans with disabilities effective December 1, 2022.
Increased benefits for surviving spouses and children of deceased veterans.
The increase percentage will match the Social Security benefit increase.
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Print number: 117_HR_7846
Sponsor: Rep. Luria, Elaine G. [D-VA-2]
Process start date: 2022-05-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veterans' Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7846.

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 2022-05-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased benefits for veterans with disabilities effective December 1, 2022.
  • Increased benefits for surviving spouses and children of deceased veterans.
  • The increase percentage will match the Social Security benefit increase.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

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. Luria, Elaine G. [D-VA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-191.

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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