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Support for Medal of Honor Spouses: Concurrent Benefits Allowed

This act allows surviving spouses of Medal of Honor recipients to receive a special pension and dependency and indemnity compensation at the same time. This means increased financial support for these families, improving their economic security.
Key points
Surviving spouses of Medal of Honor recipients can now receive two types of benefits concurrently.
This increases financial support for the families of heroes who served the nation.
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Print number: 117_HR_8972
Sponsor: Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Process start date: 2022-09-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Sergeant Gary Beikirch Medal of Honor Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8972.

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 2022-09-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Surviving spouses of Medal of Honor recipients can now receive two types of benefits concurrently.
  • This increases financial support for the families of heroes who served the nation.
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. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs.

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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