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Retroactive Benefits for Veterans with Military Sexual Trauma

This act ensures veterans who experienced military sexual trauma can receive retroactive benefit payments for related health conditions. If their claim is approved, they will receive money calculated from the day after their service ended. This aims to provide justice and financial support for those affected.
Key points
Veterans with health conditions due to military sexual trauma can receive retroactive benefit payments.
Payments will be calculated from the day after military service ended, if the claim is approved.
The act covers both mental and physical health conditions resulting from military sexual trauma.
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Print number: 117_HR_9164
Sponsor: Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]
Process start date: 2022-10-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Veteran Restitution and Justice Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9164.

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 2022-10-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans with health conditions due to military sexual trauma can receive retroactive benefit payments.
  • Payments will be calculated from the day after military service ended, if the claim is approved.
  • The act covers both mental and physical health conditions resulting from military sexual trauma.
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. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' 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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Benefits Health