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Increased Retirement Pay for Vietnam Veterans with Heroism Awards.

This act removes the cap on additional retirement pay for Army and Air Force members who served during the Vietnam Era and were recognized for extraordinary heroism. This means these veterans may receive higher pensions, improving their financial well-being.
Key points
Eliminates the cap on additional retirement pay for Vietnam Era Army and Air Force members recognized for heroism.
Vietnam veterans with heroism awards may receive increased retirement benefits, boosting their income.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7924
Sponsor: Rep. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5]
Process start date: 2022-05-31
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Bobby Moran Soldier’s Medal Retirement Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7924.

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 2022-05-31.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eliminates the cap on additional retirement pay for Vietnam Era Army and Air Force members recognized for heroism.
  • Vietnam veterans with heroism awards may receive increased retirement benefits, boosting their income.
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. McMorris Rodgers, Cathy [R-WA-5].

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 2025-12-28.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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