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Enhanced Benefits for Children of Vietnam Veterans with Spina Bifida

This act strengthens support for children of Vietnam veterans born with spina bifida. It ensures lifelong healthcare and benefits for them, regardless of a parent's death. It also establishes care coordination teams and an advisory council to better assist these families.
Key points
Children of Vietnam veterans with spina bifida will receive lifelong healthcare and benefits.
Benefits will continue even after the death of a veteran parent.
Care coordination teams will be established to regularly contact families and assist with care.
An advisory council will be created to gather feedback from families on benefits and care.
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Print number: 117_S_3372
Sponsor: Sen. Braun, Mike [R-IN]
Process start date: 2021-12-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to strengthen benefits for children of Vietnam veterans born with spina bifida, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3372.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Children of Vietnam veterans with spina bifida will receive lifelong healthcare and benefits.
  • Benefits will continue even after the death of a veteran parent.
  • Care coordination teams will be established to regularly contact families and assist with care.
  • An advisory council will be created to gather feedback from families on benefits and care.
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. Braun, Mike [R-IN].

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 2025-12-29.

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