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Increased benefits for veterans and their families during COVID-19 pandemic.

This act increases certain payments for veterans and their families by 25% through the Department of Veterans Affairs. These changes will be in effect during the COVID-19 pandemic and for 60 days after its end, aiming to provide financial support to beneficiaries during a challenging period.
Key points
Benefit increase: Selected payments for veterans and their families will be raised by 25%.
Effective period: Increased benefits will be paid from the act's enactment date until 60 days after the end of the COVID-19 emergency.
Additional support: The increased amounts are supplementary to other benefits, providing greater financial aid to eligible individuals.
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Print number: 117_S_219
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2021-02-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Aid and Attendance Support Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_219.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Benefit increase: Selected payments for veterans and their families will be raised by 25%.
  • Effective period: Increased benefits will be paid from the act's enactment date until 60 days after the end of the COVID-19 emergency.
  • Additional support: The increased amounts are supplementary to other benefits, providing greater financial aid to eligible individuals.
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 Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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